What are the responsibilities and job description for the HES- Head Custodian position at Hopkins County School District?
school year 2024-2025
Salary
Category 3A
Days
TBD
Reports to:
School Principal
SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise, organize and participate in custodial services; supervise and evaluate assigned custodial personnel
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Schedule, organize, supervise and participate in a variety of custodial services
- Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff and student assistants; train custodial personnel in the proper techniques of custodial duties; assign and review work and participate in custodial and routine maintenance activities as needed
- Develop and prepare work schedules and assignments; coordinate duties and assignments to assure effective operations
- Determine, recommend and requisition needed custodial supplies and equipment; communicate with vendors and other outside organizations to coordinate activities and obtain assistance
- Prepare and maintain a variety of records and reports including employee timesheets, inventory levels, facilities status and work performed
- Respond to requests from District personnel and faculty to assist with a variety of emergency or special custodial and clean-up duties
- Supervise and participate in the cleaning and care of classrooms, restrooms, offices, showers, shops and related facilities in a clean, safe and orderly manner; clean and service custodial equipment as required
- Assure compliance with local laws and procedures regarding the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish and waste
- Coordinate and participate as needed in sweeping, scrubbing, mopping and waxing floors; vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops and other work areas; wash windows, chalkboards and walls; dust and clean furniture and facilities; assist with snow removal as needed
- Perform minor non-technical repairs and adjustments to buildings, equipment and fixtures; report repair and maintenance needs and assist maintenance personnel in making repairs as required
- Report unauthorized or suspicious individuals on campus to appropriate personnel; tum lights on and off; unlock and lock doors and gates; report sanitation and safety issues and hazards
- Supervise project crews during summer months for special cleaning assignments
- Operate a vehicle to conduct work as needed; operate a variety of equipment, machines and tools related to custodial work
- Maintains regular and predictable attendance
- Adheres to the professional code of ethics
- Successfully utilizes technology as appropriate in job function
- Perform related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWIEDGE OF:
- Developing schedules and planning adequate staffing levels for proper and efficient custodial operations
- District custodial quality standards, methods, supplies and equipment
- Basic inventory methods and practices
- Record-keeping techniques
- Proper methods, materials, supplies, tools and equipment used in custodial work
- Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities
- Requirements of maintaining buildings and facilities in a safe, clean and orderly condition
- Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, chalk boards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures
- Proper methods of mixing, applying and disposing of chemical solutions and products
- Appropriate safety precautions and procedures
- Proper lifting techniques
ABILITY TO:
- Train, supervise and evaluate personnel
- Plan, organize and coordinate custodial services
- Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
- Read, interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
- Prioritize and schedule work
- Maintain records and prepare reports
- Assure compliance with local laws and procedures
- Work independently with little direction
- Use cleaning supplies, materials, equipment and methods according to established standards.
- Maintain classrooms, offices and other school facilities in a clean, safe and secure condition
- Maintain assigned tools and equipment in a clean and proper working condition and provide proper security
- Perform minor, non-technical repairs
- Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair
- Understand and follow oral and written directions
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
- Communicate effectively with others
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Seldom/Rare: Lift/carry over 100 lbs
- Occasional (up to 1/3 of work day): Sitting, Bend/stoop/crouch, Kneel/crawl, Climb/balance, Lift up to 100 lbs
- Frequent (1/3 to 2/3 of work day): Standing/walking, Handle/finger/feel, Reach/push/pull
- Repetitive: (2/3 or more of work day): Lift/carry up to 20 lbs
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and three years custodial experience
- Valid Kentucky driver's license
