Custodial Shift Leader PM shift - Duneland

Custodial Shift Leader PM shift
-Current Duneland Employees May Apply

• Date Posted:
  7/22/2026
• Location:
  
  Chesterton High School
• Date Available:
  
  when filled
• Closing Date:
  when filled

Only current Duneland employees may apply to this posting and will be considered

A Duneland School Corporation Shift Leader is required to clean, sanitize and maintain corporation properties in a safe and lawful manner. The Chesterton High School (CHS) Shift Leader has a highly visible role in the daily operations and assistance of the custodial services department. The Shift Leader is responsible for maintaining supplies, and dealing with students and staff on a regular basis.

The CHS Shift Leader will interact with individuals both inside and outside of the corporation and therefore, must have the ability to present a professional and organized image at all times. The Shift Leader may be required to work in other Duneland School Corporation facilities.

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Respond to requests for information and services in a prompt, efficient and friendly manner.
• Provide exceptional service to all students, community members, teachers, co-workers, and other staff members.
• Observe safety and security procedures
• Operate, maintain and sanitize equipment in compliance with local, state, federal and OSHA standards
• In the absence of the Head Custodian, conduct shift meetings, process building use forms, coordinate designated cleaning areas with other Shift Leaders, communicate with the Custodial Manager
• Conduct inspections in accordance with directives from immediate supervisor (Custodial Manager)
• Conduct cleaning of areas in accordance with local, state, federal and OSHA standard
• Provide minor building maintenance and repair
• Assist Grounds Services department with grass cutting, landscape maintenance and snow removal
• Schedule and participate in group and independent training
• Promote and participate in ongoing safety and informational training
• Set up, monitor and provide service for special events arranged by Duneland School Corporation
• Maintain daily contact with the building principal regarding building activities or schedule changes
• Document attendance issues and forward along with payroll forms to Custodial Manager
• Accept delegated authority
• Provide overall property clean up
• When necessary assist with custodial services provided throughout the Corporation
• Assist with daily delivery of bulk food products and supplies
• Assist the Food Service Department in product stocking and storage
• Monitor performance of custodial staff members assigned to Shift Leader's site
• Responsible for maintaining a positive and productive work environment
• Work with Head Custodian, Custodial Manager, Director of Facilities and Human
• Resources office to resolve employee problems and complaints
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

• Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with persons at all levels in order to develop and maintain productive relationships both inside and outside the corporation.
• Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Ability to multi-task with attention to detail
• Proficiency in the use of all Custodial Services equipment
• Demonstrate organizational and time management skills
• Recognize, analyze and offer solutions to problem situations related to daily work
• Ability to remain calm and professional during times of high stress
• All Custodial Service employees must transfer to other Dune land properties with impromptu notice.

Work Environment:
This position typically works in facilities with a controlled temperature environment. Occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions may occur depending…