Head Custodian

Salary Schedule: Schedule L:
Column IV

Work Calendar: 260 days

Daily Work Hours: 8 hours

Status: Full-Time, Bargaining,
Classified, SERS

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Supervisor of
Building and Grounds

Job Objective:
Coordinates all custodial duties to protect and preserve the school building, grounds, equipment, and
furnishings. Keeps the supervisor and maintenance foreman informed about maintenance concerns and
emerging issues. Works under the direction of the Supervisor to provide non-academic supports to ensure
opportunity and access to each and every student.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED. Post-secondary training in a trade is desirable.
Documentation of a clear criminal record.
Custodial and/or building maintenance experience.
Holds or is willing to obtain a pesticide application license.
Basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills.
Ability to read and comply with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
Knowledgeable about building codes, accessibility guidelines, safety regulations, and environmental laws.
Ability to interpret and apply blueprint and schematic diagram information.
Knowledge of pneumatic, microelectronic, and other HVAC control systems.
Proficient in boiler operations, preventive maintenance, and repair procedures.
Available to respond to building and/or service emergencies.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities and Essential Functions of the Position:
1. Checks daily to find out if a school activity requires preparation or clean up.
2. Upholds board policies, follows administrative procedures and complies with the Employee Code of
Conduct. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
3. Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
4. Monitors building conditions as assigned. Recognizes when problems may be developing (e.g., unusual
odors, noises, leaks, etc.). Immediately reports suspected problems and/or unsafe conditions. Maintains clear
routes to fire exits.
5.Supervises work crew. Assigns custodial tasks. Helps custodians meet established schedules. Completes
building walkthroughs to ensure all work expectations are met. Responsible for working overtime in the event
there is no other eligible person available to work.
5. Performs custodial duties. Provides for the regular and orderly removal of trash. Cleans floors. Sanitizes
toilet rooms. Re-supplies toilet paper, towels, soap, etc. Polishes furniture/woodwork. Washes windows.

6. Performs minor repairs that do not unduly disrupt the routine work schedule. Avoids disrupting building
activities except during emergencies.
7. Monitors the building’s heating and ventilating equipment and reports problems.
8. Deals with unexpected situations (e.g., ill children, spills, broken glass, etc.).
9. Follows approved safety procedures to clean up injuries involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids
and/or body tissues. Participates in occupational safety and health training programs as directed. Complies
with the District’s Exposure Control Plan. Follows all reporting procedures.
10. Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment as directed.
11. Anticipates needs and replenishes consumable supplies to avoid interrupting the regular work schedule.
12. Helps with the receipt of deliveries. Unloads trucks. Inspects packages for damage. Verifies quantities.
Organizes and stores supplies.
13. Inspects HVAC equipment as directed. Helps prepare boilers for annual inspections/summer shutdown.
14. Complies with safety regulations and environmental laws. Ensures that custodial supplies are labeled and
stored safely.
15. Prepares and submits reports, records, and inventories as directed.
16. Promptly documents all injuries that require a medical referral.
17. Performs grounds keeping duties. Maintains and prepares equipment for storage.
18. Removes snow, ice, and debris along sidewalks to public entrances as directed. Reports to building during
adverse weather conditions and when the temperature drops below 20 degrees for building walkthroughs to
ensure there are not frozen or busted water lines.
19. Picks-up and delivers equipment, materials, and other supplies as directed.
20. Reports student discipline problems, vandalism, and other related concerns.
21. Inspects safety equipment (e.g., emergency lights, alarm systems, ground fault protectors, etc.) as directed.
Anticipates and is prepared for fire, health, and safety inspections.
22. Acts responsibly to protect district equipment and property. Takes appropriate action during adverse
weather conditions. Responds to building emergencies as requested.
23. Helps deal with unexpected circumstances or pressing district needs as directed.
24. Helps manage building security. Assists rental groups as directed. Directs visitors to the office. Secures the
building at the end of the workday.
25. Takes precautions to ensure staff and student safety. Reports unauthorized persons or suspicious
circumstances immediately.
26. Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
27. Keeps current and shares knowledge about advances in equipment technology.
28. Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
29. Participates in staff meetings and professional growth opportunities as directed.
30. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
31. Wears appropriate work attire and maintains a professional appearance.
32. Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
33. Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.
Ability Requirements:
Demonstrates professionalism and maintains a positive work attitude.
Takes the initiative to identify and solve problems independently.
Effectively uses verbal, nonverbal, writing, and listening skills.
Verifies and correctly enters data. Completes detailed paperwork accurately and timely.
Works cooperatively to support a successful team effort.
Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.

Performs repetitive tasks quickly.
Climbs and works from a ladder or platform that requires balancing skills.
Works in confined spaces that may limit physical movement.
Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
Travels to meetings and work assignments.
Actively pursues and participates in professional growth and development.

Working Conditions:
Potential for exposure to bloodborne pathogens and communicable diseases.
Potential for interaction with disruptive and/or unruly individuals.
Exposure to adverse weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes.
Duties require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
Duties may require lifting, carrying, or moving work-related supplies/equipment.
Duties may require standing, reaching, bending, crouching, and/or kneeling.
Exposure to loud noises and equipment vibrations.
Duties may require operating power tools and exposure to electrical hazards.
Duties may require exposure to chemicals, combustible materials, airborne particulates, and odors.
Duties may require wearing protective clothing and using safety equipment.
Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
Duties may require working during the evening and/or weekend.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $20.48 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Physical Setting:

• Public school
• School

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20