Lead Custodian

GENERAL SUMMARY: Performs custodial work insuring the overall appearance, cleanliness, safety and security of the School Facility. Under the direction of the Director of Facilities or their designee as well as the school principal, is responsible for the efficient completion of projects assigned. Continuous judgement and resourcefulness required in directing a working unit and deciding course of action. Makes occasional contact with contractors. Performs task to maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of School facility; assists with set-up and break-down of activities at the school and other various assignments to support the Facilities Department and the School staff. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Maintains inventory control, creates orders and stores custodial / maintenance materials for School. Maintains the cleanliness and maintenance of assigned School as directed by the Facilities Directors or their designee. This includes, but is not limited to: checks and cleans restrooms for cleanliness, replenishes restroom products as needed and wipes and washes down stalls and bathroom fixtures; maintains cleanliness of facilities by washing walls, doors and doorways, windows and frames, glass cases, and other areas as directed; vacuums all rugs and shampoos rugs as directed; dusts window sills, bannisters, above cases, lights etc. throughout facilities; checks cleanliness of meeting rooms after events, removes trash and recycling, returns room to proper condition, Responds to maintenance requests. Utilizes work order system to document work completed. Ensures compliance with Town & School recycling, composting and waste policy. Maintains Safety Data sheets and information. Assists with the setup and break down for scheduled events. Moves furniture, equipment and supplies as directed. Performs minor carpentry, painting and repairs on equipment and buildings. Oversees and performs yearly summertime clean up and new school year building preparations Oversees and assists Facilities Director with management of school custodial team. Assist in scheduling of overtime for school custodial team Assign duties and tasks to custodial team members Assist in the training of custodians both new and existing Follow up on custodial work of team to ensure duties were performed efficiently Responds to emergency calls and after hours call backs OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs all other related duties as assigned or requested. Assist with and performs work related to snow and ice operations, including but not limited to shoveling sidewalks, stairs and walkways Maintenance of onsite equipment Maintenance and cleanup of school grounds PREPARATION , KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS & ABILITIES: High School Diploma and 3-5 years job-related experience in custodial operations, construction or any equivalent combination. Supervisory Experience. Working knowledge of basic methods, practice and work standards relating to the custodial care of buildings, fixtures and equipment. Knowledgeable of the operation and maintenance of standard custodial machines and equipment, including but not limited to: buffers, burnishers, scrubbing and stripping machines, carpet extractors, vacuums, of all kinds, snow blowers etc. Knowledge of housekeeping procedures, methods of cleaning skills and about to instructor others on these skills. Working knowledge of fundamental maintenance procedures required. Ability to operate and manipulate various equipment under all-weather conductions. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in assigned areas is essential; minor carpentry skills are used. Requires mathematical development sufficient to be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units a measure. Must be organized and able to complete tasks with minimal instruction and reminders. Ability to understand and follow oral and written direction. Ability to use and apply word processing, spreadsheets, email and other computer technology.