Head Custodian

The Head Custodian leads, coaches, and coordinates a team of 8 to 10 custodians dedicated to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment across BDU's campus, including the Preschool and Adult Education facilities. This role requires an approachable, team-oriented leader who combines operational expertise with exceptional interpersonal skills-delegating effectively, fostering a positive workplace culture, and remaining open to continuous growth and feedback.

• Manage daily schedules, shift coverage, and task assignments for a custodian team of 8-10 staff members.
• Inspect campus buildings daily-including specialized areas like Preschool classrooms and Adult Ed facilities-to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and hygiene.
• Monitor supply inventories, place orders for cleaning chemicals and equipment, and track maintenance requests.
• Oversee site setup and teardown for school programs, evening Adult Ed classes, weekend events, and administrative meetings.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of custodial/janitorial experience, preferably in an educational or institutional setting.
• Proven leadership capability with experience delegating tasks and guiding small to medium-sized teams.
• Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated openness to coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of standard commercial cleaning methods, chemical safety protocols (SDS/OSHA), and equipment operation.