Lead Custodian Elementary

Location: Henrico

General Information

1138

Main Organization

Public Schools

Location

Ratcliffe Elementary School - 2901 Thalen Street, Henrico

Minimum Salary

$ 44,314

Posting Date

05-26-2026

Closing Date

06-26-2026

Job Status

Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Performs routine custodial work which involves assigning and inspecting the work of employees involved in building and grounds maintenance; performs a variety of routine building cleaning tasks requiring heavy manual work. Work is reviewed in progress and upon completion by a supervisor.

Essential Duties

- Schedules employees so that adequate coverage is provided not only for normal operating hours but for special events, meetings and classes

- Opens and?or closes the facility, deactivates/sets the alarm system and checks to ensure that the facility is secure after closing and activates

the alarm system

- Recommends termination of services of unsatisfactory custodial workers

- Returns to facility after hours when called to clean up after vandalism or other emergency

- Requests appliances, equipment and cleaning materials orally or in writing

- Observes work performance of subordinates and provides additional help as needed

- Ensures adequate supply of heating oil is maintained

- Reports any defects in performance of boiler and furnaces

- Performs minor repairs to furniture and fixtures

- Must be able to operate custodial equipment (buffers, vacuums, etc.)

- Performs routine custodial tasks (equipment operating, lifting, climbing)

- Attends work daily and be engaged and on task - regular attendance is required

- Performs other duties as assigned

Additional Information

This vacancy is open until filled and is available for the 26-27SY beginning on 6/16/26. This is a 12 month, 8 hours per day, 260 day position. Minimum salary is $44,314.67 ($21.31 hourly) or based on promotion policy for internal candidates. Salary is prorated based on official start date. Work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

Completion of grade school and one year of building cleaning experience in a school, public building or business. Knowledge of equipment and cleaning compounds; some knowledge of the operation of a heating system in facility to which assigned; ability to keep records and make reports; ability to effectively supervise custodial workers. Good physical condition required; ability to work at high altitudes using scaffold, ladders, etc.

Physical requirements:

lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; walking; pushing/pulling; climbing; stooping; kneeling; bending; standing; flexibility with lower and upper body; smelling; touching; talking; stamina; hearing

Work environment may include:
Noise; fumes; grease; dirt/dust; inside/outside; working alone and with others; confined areas; chemicals; repetition; hazards

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
• State Police Criminal History Investigation
• Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
• Tuberculosis Screening/Test

Benefits

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EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

EOE/Accommodations Upon Request