Head Custodian Elementary /Intermediate @ Custodial Department

Internal employees:  Set to your account to internal before applying at https://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings 

Primary Purpose:

To ensure clean, sanitary, hazard-free schools, facilities and environment.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• None

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledgeable in use and care of all types of cleaning equipment
• Possess sound human relation skills
• Possess some keyboarding, emails, data entry skills
• Flexible and able to adjust daily routine
• Ability to understand and follow detailed written or verbal instructions
• Ability to work in exposure to all weather conditions

Experience:

• Experience in supervising, training, and evaluating custodial/housekeeping personnel

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Custodial Services Operations

• Complete work in a neat, orderly and safe manner.
• Follow established policies and procedures.
• Maintain good attendance, safety and driving records.
• Implement directions received from Director and/or Supervisor.
• Honestly report and serve in all facets of work.
• Responsible for the care, cleaning and preservation of schools/facilities and campus areas.
• Responsive to the needs of the school principal or facility administrator.
• Ensure that high standards of sanitation and hazard-free conditions are maintained by regular inspections.
• Responsible for opening and closing buildings in a safe and secure manner. Responsible for secure locking of all exterior gates/mechanical room doors.
• Insure trash dumpster(s) picked up as scheduled. Reports any deviations.
• Minimize damage to buildings, equipment, furniture and landscape by following established procedures.
• Perform routine custodial tasks as a working supervisor.
• Open, operate and secure school facilities outside normal working hours and normal work days when required.
• Maintain gym floors and refinish yearly.

Personnel Management

• Prepare work schedules, special duty assignments, time reports and other records.
• Report absences to Custodial Office.
• Responsible for the general conduct, personal appearance and performance of a custodial staff.
• Plan and supervise the work of the custodial staff with the help of the assistant head custodian.
• Initiate disciplinary reports as needed.
• Provide on-the-job training for custodians.
• Evaluate the performance of assigned custodial staff.
• Provide good example for a custodial staff.
• Prepare the Assistant Head to assume the duties of the Head Custodian.

Inventory and Equipment

• Operate and care for custodial equipment and tools.
• Use of all cleaning chemicals provided by district.
• Maintain an adequate supply of cleaning supplies. Issue supply requisitions as needed.
• Responsible for the care and accountability of fixed asset custodial equipment.
• Safely mixes and controls use of chemicals according to label instructions.
• Use required safety equipment and protective clothing while working.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Supervise assigned employees.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Manual Trades - Custodial Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; forklift or hydraulic lifting equipment; hand truck, dolly, and pallet jack; ladders, small hand tools; light truck or van

Vision and Hearing: Moderate to maximum

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing, pulling, crawling, reaching, and twisting; prolonged standing/walking; climbing, wrist turn, and grasping occasionally

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing ladders and scaffolding; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, twisting, pinching, finger manipulation, overhead reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching overhead;

Lifting: Frequent lifting up to 35 pounds and occasionally lifting up to 45 pounds.

Carrying: Occasionally carrying up to 50 pounds with the assistance of another person, not to exceed 80 pounds total;

Environment: Work inside 95% and outside 5%; on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to hot and cold temperatures (70^O – 95^O F), dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, and vibration; work around moving objects or vehicles; may work alone; occasional prolonged or irregular hours

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting.  By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description. 

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire. 

Calendar Days: 260

Pay Grade: MT05 

2025-2026 Salary Range Min. $18.01 Mid. $21.48 Max. $24.97  (Based on previous experience) 

Salaries are determined by the number of completed and eligible years of service at an accredited school.  

Salary is based on 260 days. If working less than 260 days, the salary will be less. 

Internal employees:  Set to your account to internal before applying at https://aisd.schoolspring.com/internaljobsettings 

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Salary : $18 - $25