Lead Custodian ~ Elementary

Position Type Full-Time, Monday through Friday (year round employment)

Salary Minimum starting salary of $18.82 per hour, commensurate with experience

Hours 3:30 pm - 12:00 am

Reports To Custodial Foreman

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is a great place to live, work, and go to school. FHSD is committed to attracting and retaining top‑tier employees who are motivated to create a positive and effective 21st‑century learning environment for students.

The Lead Custodian - Elementary & Early Childhood is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive environment for students, staff, and visitors. The role involves overseeing custodial operations, supporting daily activities, and ensuring that facilities are prepared for classroom activities and campus events.

• Safety & Accessibility:
  • Assist with snow removal to ensure access and safety.
  • Prepare the site for daily operations and events (e.g., opening gates, raising flags).
  • Monitor students and staff to prevent injuries and ensure site safety.
• Cleaning & Maintenance:
  • Clean classrooms, offices, restrooms, and grounds to maintain a sanitary environment.
  • Perform summer maintenance tasks (e.g., stripping/waxing floors, moving furniture).
  • Conduct minor maintenance on custodial equipment and fixtures (e.g., changing vacuum belts).
• Support & Leadership:
  • Oversee and support assigned custodial personnel to ensure tasks are performed efficiently.
  • Distribute custodial supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Train custodial staff to develop safety and trade skills.
• Supplies & Safety:
  • Replenish classroom and restroom supplies (e.g., paper towels, soap).
  • Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, alarms).
  • Secure the facility by locking doors, gates, and activating alarms.
• Other Duties:
  • Conduct safety drills and training (e.g., fire, intruder, earthquake).
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned to ensure the efficient functioning of the site.

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Job‑related experience with increasing levels of responsibility in custodial services is required.
• Skills:
  
  Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment, adhere to safety practices, and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge:
  Methods of industrial cleaning, basic maintenance tools, and safety procedures.
• Abilities:
  Schedule activities, manage tasks, work with diverse individuals, and adapt to changing priorities.

• Medical and dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• District‑paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
• District‑paid Short‑Term Disability
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

Family coverage, long‑term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Significant lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, and crawling.

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD team!