Lead Custodian - Hilltop Elementary

Houston County Board of Education

Job Description

Classified Positions

Job Title:  Lead Custodian                                                          Job Code 457

Department/Location: Maintenance Department                  FLSA Status Non-exempt

Reports To: Maintenance Coordinator                                    Date:  September 9, 2004

Summary and relationship to the curriculum: All classified positions will strengthen the delivery of instruction to support the system’s mission statement. This position supervises and directs others in assigned custodial duties.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Supervises and evaluates subordinate’s performance.

1. Plans, schedules, and directs custodial staff in order to utilize resources and maximize the efficiency of personnel.

1. Provides training on custodial procedures including the proper operation of equipment and use of supplies.

1. Inspects, maintains, and cleans all related equipment.

1. Oversees the proper use and storage of all custodial equipment, chemicals and supplies.

1. Orders supplies and requests equipment repairs in accordance with established procedures.

1. Performs minor maintenance as needed.

1. Secures building as directed.

1. Performs all other duties as assigned by the Custodian Coordinator and/or assigned supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the system’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and problem solving.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

1. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

1. Certificate or License Required: Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

1. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations.  

1. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

1. Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out simple instructions and to problem solve.

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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will occasionally work outdoors in varied weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Professional Requirement: Desirable personal characteristics are required.  Appropriate dress and grooming consistent with established standards required.  Must report to work on time, meet attendance standards and conduct activities safely.

Approved By:  Board of Education                                                 Date:  September 9, 2004_

                                                                                                                                Revision Date: 9-30-04; 10-11-05; 05-14-13      

Salary : $16 - $24