Head Day/Night Custodian

Head Day/Night Custodian: Architect of Environmental Leadership

Location: Assigned FFSD School Site

Status: 12-Month Operation Support Leadership Non-Exempt (FLSA)

The Opportunity: Leading the Standard of Care

In Ferguson-Florissant, we believe that a clean, safe school is the foundation of student pride and academic success. We are seeking a reliable, high-energy, and structured Head Day/Night Custodian to join our "New Chapter." In this vital leadership role, you aren't just maintaining a building—you are leading the team that keeps it immaculate. You will set the standard for cleanliness, mentor incoming staff, and ensure your building is perfectly prepared for daily learning and evening events.

If you are an experienced custodial professional with a track record of leadership, strong human relations skills, and an eye for operational excellence, your next chapter starts here.

Role Summary

The Head Day Custodian is responsible for the daily supervision, training, and coordination of the custodial staff within an assigned building. Reporting to the Building Principal and the Custodial Supervisor, you will establish daily work priorities, inspect campus cleanliness, manage supply inventories, and ensure all mechanical cleaning equipment remains operational. You serve as the primary operational liaison between the building's administrative team and the facilities department.

Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)

• The Seasoned Professional: Minimum of two (2) years of successful experience in custodial work, with deep knowledge of modern cleaning methods, materials, and safety protocols.
• Demonstrated Leader: Proven leadership skills with the ability to supervise, motivate, and arrange adaptive work schedules for a diverse team.
• Educationally Prepared: High school diploma or its equivalent required.
• Technical Mastery: Fully proficient in operating mechanical cleaning equipment and troubleshooting basic maintenance needs.
• Administrative Skills: Ability to follow detailed oral/written instructions, complete supply requisitions, and submit accurate written reports to supervisors.
• Reliable & Connected: Excellent attendance record and reliable transportation required to ensure building coverage. Strong human relations skills are essential for collaborating with school staff, students, and supervisors.

Your Impact (Key Duties)

• Team Leadership: Supervise building custodial employees, set clear daily work priorities, and inspect all work areas to ensure top-tier sanitation and organization.
• Training & Development: Lead the orientation and operational training programs for new hires, instructing staff on the proper and safe use of cleaning chemicals and mechanical equipment.
• Logistical Management: Arrange, adjust, and optimize staff work schedules to adapt to changing building needs, absences, and seasonal adjustments.
• Supply Chain Oversight: Maintain an active inventory of custodial supplies and equipment, initiating timely purchase requisitions to keep the building fully stocked.
• Equipment Stewardship: Regularly inspect facility cleaning machinery, perform basic upkeep, and initiate formal repair requests when needed.
• Event Coordination: Oversee and coordinate the logistical preparation, room setups, and scheduling for afternoon and night-time school activities and community events.
• Compliance Reporting: Compile and submit regular written reports and safety documentation to the Custodial Supervisor and Building Principal.

Your Leadership Partners

• Primary Support: Building Principal & Custodial Supervisor
• Collaborative Team: Building Assistant Principals, Secretarial Staff, and Night Custodial Crew

The Logistics of Your Success

• Classification: Support Leadership 12-Month Work Calendar.
• Work Schedule: 8 hours per day, typically daytime hours (flexible to adjust based on evening activities or school needs).
• Physical Readiness: Must be physically capable of managing a large campus facility, lifting equipment, and maintaining high energy throughout a mobile shift.
• Benefits: Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, & PEERS Retirement).

The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support

We don't just hire supervisors; we invest in the captains of our operational pride.

• Stability & Career Growth: Year-round leadership employment within a stable, supportive district environment.
• Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus priority access to our dedicated Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic for your wellness.
• Future Security: Participation in the PEERS retirement system and district-provided Life Insurance.
• Time to Recharge: Paid vacation, earned sick leave, and paid district holidays.

About Our District

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is fiercely committed to the "New Chapter" of operational excellence. We serve 10,000 scholars across preschool through 12th grade, and we recognize that our facilities tell a story of how much we value our community. Join us in leading a team that ensures our environments tell a story of excellence every single day.

Hiring Timeline

• Application Deadline: JUNE 12, 2026

Ready to lead the team that keeps our campuses safe and shining? Apply online today!