Assistant Head Custodian

Position Function/Purpose

Daily Supervision of all assigned Custodial Staff to assure all Custodians follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Major Responsibilities

1.       Manage and direct the work of the custodial staff on the assigned worksite

2.       Keep the building and grounds including sidewalks, driveways, and play areas neat and clean Guard against fire and accident hazards

3.       Keep operation cost to a minimum without reducing efficiency

4.       Help to prevent property loss that may be caused by abuse

5.       Keep all tools and equipment in serviceable condition.  Practice and use preventive maintenance

6.       Keep floor clean, waxed, buffed, vacuumed, or extracted

7.       Schedule and execute all normal housekeeping operations

8.       Keep light bulbs and tubes replaced

9.       Report maintenance through proper channels

10.    Responsible for the security of buildings

11.    Responsible for normal heating and cooling maintenance operations

12.    Setting and moving irrigation pipe and sprinklers on campus grounds as assigned

13.    Perform such other duties as assigned by Custodial Supervisor or Director of School

13.Plant Services

14.    Perform such other duties as assigned by Head Building Custodian/Manager, Custodial Supervisor or Custodial Trainer

Qualification Requirements

·         The ability to read and write English

·         Valid Texas driver’s license

·         Ability to properly operate cleaning equipment

·         Lift heavy equipment and proper use of cleaning supplies

·         Operate all custodial equipment

·         Pass training courses

·         Valid Texas Driver License and acceptable driving record; must adhere to Midland ISD’s

vehicle safety and use program

Physical Demands

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 will be made if necessary.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following:

Heavy lifting

Pushing/pulling

Strenuous walking

Repeated Bending

Standing and or Climbing

Reaching above head and to the floor

Equipment used

Buffer/stripper                                                      All industry standard custodian equipment

Mop                                                                        Blower

Broom                                                                    Electric Drill/hand tools

Ladder                                                                    District vehicle (if assigned)

Vacuum cleaner/wet and dry                            Weed eater

Work Environment

The environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Inside and Outside                                             Slippery or uneven walking surfaces

Dust                                                                      Grease and Oils

Exposure to hot and cold temperatures        Solvents

Toxic Chemicals                                                  Ladders and Scaffolding

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive description of all work requirements and responsibilities.  Additionally, the minimum level of education noted as a requirement could be supplemented by commensurate experience and/or certification(s) as determined by the hiring manager.