Custodian Night Lead

WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, year round position; 8 hours per day; 2:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

CLASSIFICATION: B-2-3

SALARY: $23.88 per hour (entry level) to $27.68 plus an additional rate based upon licenses held.

BENEFITS: Benefits available.
Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information. Please reference the exact job posting.

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4253 or email kyhopper@rochesterschools.org.

Essential Functions:

• Complies with all School District, City, State and OSHA policies.
• The Custodian Night Lead assumes charge of the building heating/cooling plant, HVAC and lighting systems for efficient operation.
• Assist Assistant Facilities Manager in scheduling and training of staff as needed or directed.
• Provides and assigns additional work direction and assistance to custodial staff as approved by Assistant Facilities Manager and Building Principal.
• Completes all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
• Ensures building and property is secure during shift and reports incidents and hazardous conditions to Assistant Facilities Manager and Building Principal.
• Operates motorized equipment used for cleaning and snow removal.
• Removal of snow/ice and application of snow melt around the building to insure safety.
• Maintains inventory for cleaning supplies/equipment and informs Custodian Lead VI when items are needed.
• Provides instructions for nightly special event set ups and assigns appropriate coverage with the Custodian Lead VI's prior approval.
• Performs a variety of cleaning and semi-skilled duties which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, washing tables, windows, bathrooms, dusting, waxing, stripping floors, moving heavy furniture, etc.
• Moves up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations.
• Erect and stand on sscaffolding, ladders, and platforms lifts, at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
• Performs essential maintenance to the facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: reaching, crouching; kneeling; shoveling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
• Works under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, Assistant Facilities Manager, Building Principal and the Chief Operations Officer.
• Performs other duties within the level of responsibility assigned by the supervisors.

License Requirement:

• Minnesota Special Boiler Operators license required.
• Minnesota Driver’s License
• High School diploma or GED required.

Required Skills:

• 3-5 years custodial leadership experience in a school setting.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer services skills.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively with others and utilize effective team-building skills
• Experience and knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Basic understanding of the upkeep, care and safe operation of motorized equipment used for cleaning i.e. auto scrubber, buffer, snow blower, genie lift, pressure washer, extractors, sweeper, Kaivac, etc.
• Able and willing to use a backpack vacuum for cleaning is required.
• Able and willing to remove snow when required during day and night or on weekends.
• Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning with supervisors.

Physical requirements:
Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.