HEAD CUSTODIAN

Custodian, Head

The purpose of this classification is to ensure a clean and sanitary facility for a healthy and safe learning environment for students, and to manage custodial staff to ensure employees comply with safety rules and guidelines. Responsible for maintaining an inventory of supplies for essential duties, and assisting school staff with on-demand requests.

Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned.

• Work closely with the School Principal and Custodial Supervisor/Trainer to support school activities and lead cleaning the school to District standards.
• Coordinate custodial support in the cafeteria.
• Monitor various custodian areas of responsibility and supervise tasks to meet district standards.
• Monitor and restock restroom supplies as required.
• Supervise custodial employees in cleaning and safe use of equipment and supplies, with emphasis on indoor air quality.
• Ensure timesheets are completed, meet with staff, and participate in development programs.
• Operate custodial equipment and handle general minor repairs.
• Order custodial supplies from the District warehouse and maintain an adequate inventory.
• Conduct training in safety procedures for employees assigned to the facility, including Right to Know laws.
• Promote good public relations through professional and ethical execution of responsibilities.
• Coordinate staff availability for work during otherwise unscheduled hours.
• Assist teachers or staff with items to be moved, prepare water and mop buckets for cafeteria duties, etc.
• Support special events (dances, basketball games, volleyball games, PTA meetings) with table and chair set-up.

Knowledge and ability to use equipment for summer cleaning (side by sides, buffers, extractors, propane machines, pick up machines); Knowledge of District policies and procedures; Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; Good interpersonal skills; Ability to supervise and guide others; Ability to maintain confidentiality. High level of integrity; Ability to multi-task effectively; Ability to work in a team and independently; Knowledge of custodial operations and general maintenance procedures.

Use computers for data entry. Operate custodial equipment and supervise the activities of employees operating custodial equipment; Interpret policy; Good computer and math skills.

Completion of high school/GED or testing at the Highschool/GED level. 1 year prior custodial experience.

ACTIVITIES: Standing over 2/3 of the time; Walking over 2/3 of the time; Sitting under 1/3 of the time; Gripping or feeling with hands over 2/3 of the time; Reaching with hands and arms over 2/3 of the time; Climbing or balancing under 1/3 of the time; Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; Talking or hearing under 1/3 of the time; Tasting or smelling under 1/3 of the time. LIFTING: Up to 10lbs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; Up to 25lbs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; Up to 50lbs 1/3 to 2/3 of the time; Up to 100lbs under 1/3 of the time; More than 100lbs none of the time.

No special vision requirements.

Indoor and outdoor environment, noise, vibration, moisture and/or humidity, dust, fumes, chemical hazards.