Head Custodian

Scope

Under the direct supervision of the Building Administrator, Director of Facilities and/or designee performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings and grounds; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, staff, visitors and others as necessary.

• Lead and direct a crew of student helpers while maintaining a positive attitude
• Review monthly maintenance reports
• Initiate work orders for repair i.e. emergency lights, roof drain check, fire extinguishers etc.
• Maintain positive interaction with administrators, teachers, crew, town employees and students
• Organize maintenance activities for summer clean up, after school activities, and other events
• Clean/vacuum/wash/strip/polish/wax floors, walls, windows, ceilings, and furniture
• Ensure proper functioning of boilers
• Perform maintenance of equipment i.e. scrubbers, host machine, swing machines burnisher, ride on machine, kai vac, and other various machinery
• Wax, strip and polish gymnasium floors by process called “light sand” and recoat during summer season or as necessary if required for assigned building
• Check roof, clear drains and ensure proper function of ventilation system, including the changing of filters
• Check and ensure the proper functioning of emergency lighting system and fire extinguishers; complete monthly reports
• Perform general cleaning and maintenance of building during daily route assigned to crew including but not limited to bathroom facilities, stairwells, hallways, classrooms, etc.
• Clear and remove trash, as required.
• Organize and maintain inventory supplies (i.e. toilet paper, copy paper, etc.)
• Maintain and organize storage areas within the building
• Perform all duties as assigned by the Building Administrator(s), Facilities Manager and/or designee.

• Ability to identify, prioritize and complete multiple projects on‑time and within required deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all organization levels.
• Ability to function effectively with minimal supervision (self‑directed, organized, and detail‑oriented).
• Ability to work well with colleagues while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Basic computer skills including email and building temperature settings
• Knowledge of boilers, fire alarms, maintenance equipment i.e. auto scrubber, ride‑on machines, burnisher etc.
• Mechanical skills required i.e. temporary minor repairs for broken soap dispenser, towel dispenser, loose door knob, hang pictures, etc.
• Knowledge of gymnasium floor light sand process and recoat
• Ability to use equipment i.e. scrubbers, host machine, swing machines burnisher, ride on machine, kai vac, and other various machinery
• Knowledge of maintenance procedures for equipment i.e. scrubbers, host machine, swing machines, burnisher, and other various machinery.
• Willingness to learn the maintenance and operation of current and new equipment.

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 - 3 years custodial experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in floor stripping floors and applying floor finish
• Demonstrated success in working environment requiring minimal direction.
• Good attendance history.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• The salary and hours for this position are determined in accordance with the provisions of the Stratford Public Schools Custodian Association contract.
• Work day is eight (8) hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Hours for this position: 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with a one‑hour unpaid lunch;
  Summer hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with paid lunch
• Full time, full-year with benefits