Custodian Lead - Red Mountain High School

• 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 oversee custodial staff assigned to school; to perform custodial duties as required by district standards; and to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of the 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:

• Oversee the daily work assignments of custodians assigned to school, check work assignments daily
• Assist custodial site manager with the coordination of many diversified tasks (i.e. heating, cooling, lights, security of facility, coordination with other departments for special projects, etc.) each day to maintain the school plant
• Request for supplies and equipment needed from custodial site manager
• Assist with site inspections according to MPS approved standards to ensure the aesthetic appearance, functionality, and safety of school facility and campus
• Assist with the Implementation of improvements in cleaning procedures when necessary
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• 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 

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)
• 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.