Head Custodian

BASIC FUNCTION: Perform a variety of cleaning tasks in an assigned school; perform routine grounds keeping and minor maintenance work. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Individual positions may not perform all of the duties listed nor do these examples include all responsibilities of positions in this class. Sweep, sanitize, scrub, dust and clean offices, hallways, workshops, restrooms, classrooms, cafeterias, auditoriums, libraries, multi-purpose rooms and stairways. Strip, mop, wax and clean floors. Vacuum rugs; empty and wash trash containers; replenish paper and soap dispensers. Clean and dust walls, furniture, woodwork and equipment. Wash windows, walls and woodwork; perform touch-up painting and remove graffiti as assigned. Clean dry erase boards, desks, cabinets, shelves and windowsills. Sweep sidewalks and curbs; pick up trash and debris from school grounds; perform routine grounds keeping duties; turn sprinklers on and off; water flower beds. Set up tables and chairs, furniture and equipment for special events and meetings; assist in moving furniture to various rooms when necessary. Check, replace and deliver supplies and equipment. Lock and unlock buildings, gates, windows and facilities; turn off lights and alarms; raise and lower flags. Operate floor maintenance machines, vacuum cleaners and other custodial equipment; maintain equipment in proper condition. Check assigned areas to prevent vandalism and theft; report vandalism and damage to school facilities according to appropriate procedures. Replace light bulbs and perform minor repairs to fixtures and custodial equipment as necessary. Check for broken locks and broken glass and report need for repair to appropriate personnel. Perform related duties as assigned.