Evening Lead Custodian - High School

Overview

JOB TITLE: Lead Custodian

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

REPORTS TO: Director of Custodial Services

DEPT./SCHOOL: High School

DATE REVISED: April 2020

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

Follow District cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a set standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations. Provide direction for and assist in the supervision of custodians assigned.

Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Ability to use personal computer
• Ability to manage personnel
• Knowledge of cleaning procedures and use of cleaning equipment
• Knowledge of basic techniques of minor building repairs
• Knowledge of basic budget maintenance
• Effective planning and organizational skills

Minimum Experience: Three years custodial or related experience preferred.

• Assist with orientation and training of custodial employees.
• Assist with the supervision of custodial employees including, but not limited to, daily visual and periodic written inspections of work assignments.
• Communicate with the building management regarding facilities calendar of events and provide custodial support.
• Review periodically employee performance with Associate Director of Custodial Services.
• Perform annual appraisals of custodial staff at assigned campus.
• Assist with the maintenance of employee records.
• Responsible for answering residence/cell phone at all hours in order to handle emergencies or special duties as required.
• Report emergencies or injuries to Associate Director of Custodial Services immediately.
• Ensure that all areas are maintained clean to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.
• Be responsible for efficient cleaning of assigned areas within the allotted time. Cleaning assignments may include but not be limited to: floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, restrooms, buildings, grounds, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play grounds.
• Properly train campus custodial staff for locking and unlocking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Follow procedures for regulating heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Ensure all campus custodial staff follows all safety instructions and procedures.
• Regular attendance; must be willing and able to report to work at designated site on a regular daily basis according to established work schedule.
• Report any observed safety hazards to Associate Director of Custodial Services.
• Comply with district procedures for the storage and disposal of trash.
• Complete work order requests as needed for building and equipment repairs to Maintenance Department or Associate Director of Custodial Services.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency prior to use and report any problems to Associate Director for Custodial Services or submit work order request.
• Ensure all equipment is cleaned and properly stored after use.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.
• Maintain and monitor custodial supply budget.
• Work assigned schedules which are subject to change. Schedules may include day, night, weekends, and/or holidays. Assignments may include any locations in the district.
• Provide training on the proper operation and care of all tools and equipment.
• Attend training sessions and implement procedures taught.
• Maintain a neat and professional appearance at all time.
• Follow district policy concerning uniforms.
• Be courteous and professional in dealing with others.
• Comply with school district policies and procedures.
• Must be able to perform all responsibilities and duties of the job.
• Perform other minor duties as assigned by supervisor which may include but are not limited to: maintenance of building, moving and/or assembling furniture, loading/unloading and distribution of supplies and equipment.

• Tools/ Equipment: mops (wet or dry), brooms, shampoo machines, buffers, auto scrubbers, strippers, carpet vacuum,…