What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian, Lead III position at Lamar CISD?
JOB STATUS:
OPEN
POSTING DATE:
02/17/2025
CLOSING DATE:
02/28/2025 11:59 PM
POSTING NUMBER:
00006866
LOCATION:
Maintenance & Operations
POSITION TITLE:
Custodian, Lead III
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Primary Purpose: Supervise custodial operations and follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness and efficiency of operations in and around District schools and facilities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Custodial Management
- Direct and monitor the work of custodians at assigned campus.
- Assist in training new custodians.
- Assist in the annual evaluation of night custodians.
- Direct and assist in setting up facilities for meetings and special events.
Cleaning
- Maintain a cleaning schedule that includes the cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment and restrooms.
- Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas, neat and clean.
- Comply with local laws and procedures for the storage and disposal of trash.
- Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
Maintenance and Repair
- Assist with lunchroom setup, including arranging tables and chairs.
- Perform preventative maintenance to ensure the comfort, health and safety of students, staff and visitors.
- Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to the supervisor.
- Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by the principal, campus administrator, supervisor or designee.
Safety
- Assume responsibility for closing the building each school/work day.
- Follow established procedures for locking, checking and safeguarding facilities.
- Check to ensure that all exit doors are open and locks are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
- Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency. Report any faulty equipment and safety hazards to the supervisor.
- Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques in lifting, climbing and performing other job duties.
- Correct any unsafe conditions in the work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.
- Keep Building Manager informed of night activities.
- Attendance at work is an essential function.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor or designee.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Monitor and direct the work of custodians
EXPERIENCE:
Minimum Experience:
- Experience in custodial work or willingness to learn
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education/Certification:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. preferred
- Valid Texas driver’s license
- Eligible for coverage under the District’s vehicle insurance program
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety procedures
- Knowledge of local building codes
- Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and ground maintenance
- Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
- Ability to properly handle chemicals, equipment and materials used in the cleaning process
OTHER INFORMATION:
Equipment Used: Broom, mop, buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, duster, squeegee, toilet brush, ladder, dolly, lawn mower, edger, weed eater, blower, scaffold, hammer, electric drill and hand tools. Working Conditions: Mental/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Frequent walking, standing, climbing and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces and ladders. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials.
JOB CONTACT INFORMATION:
APPLY TO:
The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.
GROUP / GRADE:
Wage/Hour Status: Hourly; Reports To: Assistant Director, Operations; Date Revised: October 2018
SALARY:
Pay Grade: 4
DAYS:
251
