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Lead Custodian Elementary

Henrico County Public Schools
Highland, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025 CLOSED ON 2/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Custodian Elementary position at Henrico County Public Schools?

Job Title
Lead Custodian Elementary

Location
Highland Springs, VA, US

Organization Name
HCPS - Fair Oaks Elementary School

About Us
Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Skyline Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.

Our Mission:
Henrico County Public Schools, through engagement with our families and community, equips students with the knowledge and skills to be ready for life and a successful future.
General Statement of Duties
This vacancy is for a full-time Lead Custodian Elementary. Minimum $43,023.95 annually ($20.68 per hour) or subject to the HCPS promotion policy for internal candidates. (Note: The salary for this position will be prorated based upon the official start date.)
Work Hours - 1:45 pm to 10:15 pm M-F; Summer Hours: M-Th 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Performs routine custodial work which involves assigning and inspecting the work of employees involved in building and grounds custodial functions; performs a variety of routine building cleaning tasks requiring heavy manual work. Work is reviewed in progress and upon completion by a maintenance supervisor.

Essential Duties

  • Schedules employees so that adequate coverage is provided for normal operating hours, special events, meetings and classes
  • Opens and/or closes facility, deactivates the alarm system and checks to insure facility is secure after closing and activates alarm system
  • Recommends termination of services of unsatisfactory custodial workers
  • Returns to facility after hours when called to clean up after vandalism or other emergencies
  • Must be able to operate custodial equipment (buffers, burnishers, vacuums, etc.)
  • Performs routine custodial tasks (equipment operating, lifting, climbing and following list of items)
  • Scrubs and rinses floors in assigned area
  • Damp mops a variety of rooms (i.e., auditorium, library, halls, stairs, cafeteria, kitchens, locker rooms and mechanical equipment rooms)
  • Dusts a variety of rooms (i.e., auditorium, stage, library, halls, gym floors, and cafeteria)
  • Sweeps shops, stairs and entrance areas, locker room, bleachers, sidewalks, halls
  • Cleans and scrubs restrooms completely
  • Dusts rooms, offices, furniture and cupboards and removes cobwebs
  • Empties and washes garbage cans
  • Attends work daily and be engaged and on task
  • Performs overtime work on a scheduled, unscheduled, routine or emergency basis, as assigned
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications
High school completion. Knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment; ability to use cleaning supplies and equipment economically and efficiently; ability to keep records and make reports, order supplies and effectively supervise custodial team of workers. Good physical condition required. Ability to work at high altitudes using scaffolds, ladders, etc.; one year supervisory experience and previous custodial/maintenance experience in a school environment preferred.

Physical requirements: lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; walking; pushing/pulling; climbing; stooping; kneeling; bending; standing; flexibility with lower and upper body; smelling; touching; talking; stamina; hearing

Work environment may include: Noise; fumes; grease; dirt/dust; inside/outside; working alone and with others; confined areas; chemicals; repetition; hazards

Additional Information
This vacancy is for a full-time Lead Custodian Elementary. Minimum $
43,023.95 annually ($20.68 per hour
) or subject to the HCPS promotion policy. Vacancy is open until filled.
How To Apply
To be considered for the listed vacancy:

All applicants must complete an online application. Please submit a resume and transcripts (if applicable).

If unable to upload your resume or transcripts, please mail, fax, or hand-deliver to:

Henrico County Public Schools

Department of Human Resources

P.O. Box 23120

3820 Nine Mile Rd

Henrico, VA

Fax:

The School Board of Henrico County is committed to nondiscrimination with regard to sex (including pregnancy), gender, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law (except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification), in employment or in its programs and activities.
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Currency
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Main Organization
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Employment Status
Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time

Amount of Travel
Work At Home

Salary : $43,024

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