Lead Custodian (Tosch)

Head Custodian

Compensation Plans Auxiliary Compensation Plan Pay Grade: 2 $17.00-$23.96 Shift Type: Full-Time Wage/Hour Status: Non-Exempt Reports To: Campus/Facility Administrator(s) EMPLOYMENT BEGINS: As soon as possible PRIMARY PURPOSE: The primary job of the head custodian is to assist the custodial staff of a building in providing a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the students and staff. Perform a variety of tasks in custodial services for the building or campus that may include, but not be limited to training, maintaining custodial supply inventory and managing custodial staff. QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Certification: High School Diploma/GED Experience: Three (3) years of experience performing custodial work Special Knowledge/Skills: Ability to effectively manage and delegate work assignments to the custodial staff Ability to maintain an inventory of required housekeeping supplies by communicating with the District's Custodial Inventory Management Specialist Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety in regards to MISD's policies and procedures Ability to communicate and train/instruct custodial staff on proper housekeeping procedures Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies and equipment. MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning, dusting, and/or vacuuming of floors, carpeting, walls whiteboards, trash cans, windows, glass, furniture, equipment and restrooms Manage and assist custodial staff in using proper techniques with cleaning inside/outside of District facilities which include: cleaning, dusting, and/or vacuuming of floors, carpeting, walls whiteboards, trash cans, windows, glass, furniture, equipment and restrooms Keep campus/facility and grounds, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas neat and clean Report all emergency situation and problems, maintenance and safety concerns to appropriate personnel; initiate maintenance work orders and maintain work order status logs Perform other duties as assigned SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Train, manage and audit work of custodial staff. Physical demands/environmental factors: Must be able to push, pull, lift and carrying up to 45 - 50 pounds. Strenuous standing, stooping, walking, climbing ladders, bending, pushing and pulling. Exposure to biological hazards, communicable diseases; exposure to cleaning chemicals and dust. Exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Possible exposure to adverse weather conditions and hot to cold temperature changes. Use hands and arms continuously, frequently reaching overhead repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.