Custodial Lead

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted:
6/11/2026

Location:
West Lafayette Intermediate School

District:
West Lafayette Community School District
CUSTODIAL LEAD

REPORTS TO: Intermediate School Principal and Director of Maintenance & Facilities
PAY TYPE: Hourly, Non-Exempt, Classified, Supervisory
PAY RATE: Starting at $21.50 / hr., with potential for increases based on experience
BENEFITS: Eligible for benefits (see attachment for details)
SCHEDULE: Full-time, year-round position; 8-hour workday; 260 working days per year; 10:00 am to 6:30 pm daily

This position will remain posted until filled. All qualified and interested applicants are encouraged to apply.


DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Leadership & Team Coordination:
  • Oversee custodial operations and manage custodial staff
  • Coordinate event setup and teardown for school activities
  • Ensure custodial tasks are completed to high standards; conduct regular checks of staff performance
  • Monitor breaks and staffing levels to ensure all areas are covered
  • Communicate any personnel issues to the appropriate supervisor
• Maintenance & Facility Oversight:
  • Perform cleaning tasks in designated areas as needed
  • Report major maintenance or repair needs to the Principal and Director of Maintenance & Facilities
  • Ensure all doors and windows are secured, and all lights are turned off at the end of each shift
  • Ensure that restrooms are cleaned to the highest standards and are fully stocked
• Customer Service & Communication:
  • Respond to radio calls from building administration and address concerns promptly
  • Provide excellent customer service to all individuals utilizing school facilities
  • Attend mandatory meetings and training sessions
  • Communicate effectively with staff, students, and other stakeholders

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Education, Training, and Experience Required:
  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent required
  • Previous custodial experience required; supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Dependable and punctual with strong time management skills
  • Ability to safely operate cleaning machinery, chemicals, and other tools
  • Knowledge of general cleaning procedures and safety standards
  • Ability to work independently and follow instructions without close supervision

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works indoors and outdoors in a school environment
• Regularly stands, walks, and sits for extended periods
• Requires lifting, tight maneuvering, climbing, and other physical exertion
• Works closely with others in a team-oriented environment
• Frequently exposed to noisy and potentially distracting environments
• Occasionally works in proximity to contaminants or hazardous materials and equipment
• Frequently exposed to pollen, dust, chemicals, and fumes

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.


Attachment(s):

• 2026 Classified Rate Sheet (24)
• 2026 WLCSC Benefit Guide
• Maintenance Custodial Employee Handbook