Lead Custodian

Reports to:

Manager of Custodial Services

Supervises: up to 25

Rate: $20 h/r

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

The Lead Custodian at Guadalupe Centers is responsible for overseeing the custodial team's cleaning activities inside the organization's buildings. This role involves both leadership duties and training new staff in proper custodial procedures, including the use of tools, machines, and cleaning agents. The Lead Custodian plays a pivotal role in maintaining cleanliness and safety standards across Guadalupe Centers' facilities.

• Lead and supervise a team of custodial staff members.
• Schedule and assign daily cleaning tasks to ensure the efficient operation of the custodial team.
• Provide training and guidance to new custodial staff members.
• Assist the Director and Manager of Custodial Services with timekeeping (e.g. confirming that employees work assigned hours).

• Perform and oversee routine cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and dusting.
• Coordinate and execute deep cleaning projects on a scheduled basis.
• Monitor and maintain the overall cleanliness of the facility.

• Conduct regular inspections to ensure cleaning standards are met.
• Address any issues or deficiencies promptly and implement corrective actions.
• Uphold a high level of cleanliness and hygiene throughout the premises.

• Manage inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Ensure that all custodial staff have the necessary tools and supplies to perform their duties.
• Coordinate with procurement to order supplies as needed.
• Assist the Manager of Custodial Services with orders and distribution of custodial supplies and equipment to custodial staff and/or storage locations. (E.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuums, mops, etc.)

• Prepare and submit regular reports on cleaning activities, supplies usage, and maintenance needs.
• Document and report any equipment malfunctions or maintenance issues.

• Provide ongoing training to custodial staff on proper cleaning techniques and safety procedures.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars to convey and/or gather information required to perform job functions.
• Foster a positive and collaborative team environment.

• Enforce safety protocols and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Report and address any safety concerns promptly.
• Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, closing windows, and setting alarms when needed

• Serve as a backup for the Floor Technician(s) during their absence.

Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years of job-related experience required.
• Experience may be substituted for education.
• Valid driver's license and ability to deliver or pick up cleaning supply products or machines.
• Ability to pass a background and drug screening.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and supplies.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Leadership and team management experience.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.

• Bilingual in English and Spanish

This job operates in a professional office environment. Guadalupe Centers serves a diverse population, including children, adolescents, and adults, some of whom may have mental or behavioral health problems. Consequently, all GC staff must demonstrate appropriate daily behavior, appropriate expression of emotions, and appropriate role modeling. Hostility, aggression, unnecessary or inappropriate physical actions, and inappropriate emotional expression are unacceptable behaviors for any of our employees.

The custodian may be required to work flexible hours and weekends based on operational needs.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to perform physical labor including climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, reaching, and standing for long periods.

This position requires the ability to stand for up to eight hours per shift, work in confined spaces, lift a minimum of 50 pounds unassisted, and operate various hand and power tools. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne…