Lead Custodian

Job Title:  Lead Custodian                                                                                           

Pay Grade: 2

Reports to:  Area Supervisor

Dept./School: Assigned Campus (es) 

PM Shift (2:30 PM -11:00 PM or 3:00 PM-11:30 PM)

Primary Purpose:

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain the District's standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. 

Qualifications:

Ability to read, write and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.

Some experience in custodial procedures, demonstrated leadership experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills:

Knowledge of basic techniques of minor repairs and building maintenance.

Ability to operate Custodial equipment .

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies.

Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. without assistance.

Ability to supervise and distribute workload.

Ability to read, write, communicate effectively.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Maintain a custodial program according to District standard of cleanliness to ensure the comfort, health and safety of students and staff.
• Be responsible for opening and closing the building when needed and executing procedures for locking, checking and safeguarding facilities.
• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include the cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment and restrooms.
• Keep the school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas neat and clean.
• Inform Supervisor of safety hazards; follow all safety codes and standards.
• Inspect custodial machines and equipment for safety and efficiency; maintain and inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.
• Move furniture and equipment within the building as directed by the Building Liaison.
• Provide flexibility for emergency work situations, i.e., natural disasters, water damage, theft, vandalism. Availability to work flexible hours/phone availability.
• Distribute workload (i.e., extra duties, B-plan, setups); complete paperwork as required by custodial office (i.e., timesheets, custodial supply forms, update MSDS book); enforce rules and regulations of programs such as: Infectious Disease, Hazardous Chemical Use and Disposal, Asbestos Hazard Awareness, Dust mop Treatment.
• Assist Supervisor in performance evaluations of custodians.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, flexibility and be willing to perform any additional tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Train custodians at assigned location in established cleaning procedures and techniques.

Working Conditions:

Strenuous walking, standing, and/or climbing; heavy lifting and/or carrying; pushing, reaching, kneeling, repeated bending and stooping.  Work outside and inside; exposure to hot and cold temperatures; excessive humidity; exposure to dust, toxic chemicals, and materials; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; work on ladders; work alone, work with others, and wear a safety belt.