Head Custodian II

Head Custodian II

Somerset County Public Schools WASHINGTON A/HS
- Princess Anne, Maryland Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Somerset County Public Schools (MD)

Job : 5884407

Final date to receive applications: Aug 20, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 13, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

This is a working crew leader position. The employee, with technical supervision from the Supervisor of Operations is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned facility. Employee is responsible for building inspections five days per week.

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Plans, assigns, trains and supervises the work of the other building custodians in cleaning and maintaining the school building and yard areas.
• Maintains necessary recordkeeping, prepares reports, requisitions, receives and maintains supplies and equipment inventory.
• Issues cleaning materials to custodial personnel and ensures at least a weekly custodial supply reserve.
• Cleans and performs preventative maintenance on grounds, maintenance equipment and other mechanical equipment as directed.
• Performs such custodial duties as, but not limited to, dusting; washing windows, doors, walls and woodwork; sweeping, dry and wet mopping, scrubbing, stripping, waxing and buffing floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets and painting.
• Cleans restrooms, classrooms, halls, offices, cafeteria, kitchen, locker rooms and all other areas of facility.
• Cleans and changes light fixtures and bulbs by climbing ladder if necessary.
• Assists in the unloading and moving of instructional and custodial supplies and foodstuff deliveries.
• Collects and disposes of refuse.
• Removes snow and sand/salts the walkways.
• Cuts grass and trim shrubbery by operating riding and push mowers and weed trimmer.
• Opens and secures building and checks for possible vandalism.
• Serves as the first responder to building alarms.
• Monitors building systems operations such as heating, cooling, electrical and plumbing equipment and reports necessary repairs to maintenance personnel.
• Notifies the principal of necessary repairs that are beyond the scope of custodial personnel and of any situation that endangers the security of building.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities, Maintenance Supervisor and Principal and Vice Principal of assigned building.

Directly supervises custodial employees in the assigned school or facility. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

to perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies within the parameters of the position:

Work Quality -

a. Design
- Demonstrates attention to detail.

b. Problem Solving
- Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner;
Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

c. Quality Management
- Looks for ways to improve and promote quality.

d. Quality
- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness;
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality;
Applies feedback quickly.

e. Project Management
- Develops project plans;
Coordinates projects;
Communicates changes and progress;
Completes projects on time and within budget.

Work Contribution:
Communication Skills -

a. Technical Skills
- Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills;
Shares expertise with others.

b. Interpersonal skills
- Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming others;
Maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting;
Keeps emotions under control;
Remains open to others’ ideas and tries new things.

c. Oral communication
- Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations;
Listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions.

d. Written Communication
- Able to read and interpret written information.

e. Organizational Support
- Follows policies and procedures;
Supports organization’s goals and values.

f. Managing…