Custodian Lead - Fremont Junior High

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years. 

Job Summary:

To supervise custodial staff assigned to school; to perform custodial duties as required by district standards; and to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of a school environment.

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Custodial.  Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise custodians assigned to school
• Delegate and check work assignments daily
• Implement instructions for administrators and custodial supervisor for special events
• Supervise and assist with many diversified tasks (i.e. lights, security of facility, coordination with other departments for special projects, etc.) each day to maintain the school plant
• Request for needed supplies and equipment from district warehouse
• Conduct frequent inspections of school plant
• Implement improvements in cleaning procedures when necessary
• Maintain site custodial payroll records and submit reports to district custodial office
• Track extra time for student fund events and overtime and report to custodial payroll in a timely manner
• Maintain upkeep of school during summer session
• Supervise and assist in summer clean up as directed by supervisor
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Report necessary facility repairs and equipment problems
• Assist in product and equipment evaluation as needed
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools 

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum two years’ custodial experience
• Working knowledge and experience of custodial equipment, supplies, and proper cleaning procedures 

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent preferred
• minimum twelve months supervisory experience preferred
• Record keeping experience preferred 

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Knowledge of district policy and procedures helpful
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
• Above average work record
• Ability to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with district personnel
• Ability to instruct and assist custodial staff in the correct procedures to perform duties
• Knowledge of custodial equipment, supplies, and proper cleaning procedures
• Ability to plan and organize effectively, work independently and under pressure
• Ability to supervise employees and resolve personnel and custodial issues 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Custodians work inside classrooms, hallways, restrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and offices, as well as outside maintaining school grounds.
• Schools can be bustling with students, teachers, and activities, requiring custodians to navigate through crowds and maintain order.
• Frequent use of cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and floor treatments requires proper safety precautions
• May work special events at school including weekends
• May be exposed to high temperatures when working outside
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor as required; ability to lift approximately 50 pounds 

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: 

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.