Custodian – Lead

FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE:

Performs responsible semi-skilled and lead worker duties in the cleaning and care of the school system's buildings and grounds.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs the duties of custodian as required.
• Assists the Area Leader in the preparation of work schedules.
• Verifies daily attendance and submits payroll corrections to Area Leader.
• Evaluates the daily attendance of custodial staff.
• Inspects work performed to ensure that it meets expectations and established standards.
• Implements alternative plans during periods of limited staffing.
• Records and reports any personnel related issues.
• Trains new staff in the use of cleaning chemicals, equipment, and related supplies and materials.
• Receives and verifies orders.
• Coordinates activities with other departments to ensure service is provided efficiently.
• Coordinates and participates in the cleaning of an assigned area in the school system’s buildings.
• Inspects the work of other custodians assigned to that facility and trains new workers.
• Monitors boilers, heating, and air conditioning systems, adjusts as necessary, notifies appropriate trades personnel when problems occur.
• Inspects and evaluates the physical condition of facilities to determine the type of work required.
• Unlocks and secures facilities as required.
• Cleans bathroom fixtures and floors and replaces paper and soap.
• Mops, vacuums, buffs, and dust mops floors.
• Cleans desks, windows, water fountains, empties trash.
• Orders or requests cleaning supplies and equipment in order to maintain adequate inventory for crew.
• Moves furniture, strips, and waxes floors.
• Replaces light bulbs and cleans fixtures as required.
• Ensure public grounds are clean.
• Performs snow removal as required.
• Performs related duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of the methods, equipment, and supplies used in the cleaning and appearance of buildings and grounds.
• Considerable knowledge of the routine maintenance requirements of buildings, grounds, and equipment used.
• Knowledge of school purchasing procedures.
• Ability to identify cleaning needs and address with appropriate methods and supplies.
• Ability to monitor, coordinate, and give appropriate feedback on the work of other custodial personnel.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor, school officials, other employees, and the general public.
• Ability to keep simple records.
• Knowledge of basic computer skills.
• Physical strength is necessary to perform manual tasks.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum: High School Diploma/GED and three years’ full-time custodial experience.
• Desirable: High School Diploma/GED and four years’ custodial full-time experience with two years’ increasing responsible leadership experience.

CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS:

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Pay Grade 57 - $2,838.63 Monthly Pay Rate - Full Time Position

PHYSICAL WORK DEMANDS:

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