Assistant Head Custodian

Independence School District; Independence (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence School District is seeking an Assistant Head Custodian to maintain a safe and clean school environment. The role supports the head custodian and ensures HVAC and alarm systems are functional, while overseeing custodial tasks and coordinating staff.

The position requires lifting up to 50 lbs, long periods of standing, and basic computer skills. On-call duties include weekends, nights, and holidays to handle emergencies and maintain facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assumes head custodian responsibilities in the absence of the head custodian.
• Inspects HVAC and alarm systems to ensure proper operation.
• Checks for vandalism and keeps areas clean.
• Cleans assigned areas and enters work orders.
• Sets up cafeterias for meals and special events.
• Manages lawn care, snow removal, and grounds maintenance.
• Coordinates custodial duties and supervises staff.
• On-call weekends, nights, and holidays for emergencies.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

50 lb lift

Stand for long periods

Backpack vacuum usage

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

ASSISTANT HEAD CUSTODIAN

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Non-Exempt

Qualifications:

• Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to reach, bend, stoop, and push frequently. All duties require moderate to, at times, heavy physical exercise and exertion
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to use a "back pack" vacuum cleaner (weighing approximately 10 lbs..)
• Basic computer skills, preferred

Reports To:

• Director of Facilities/Designee
• Facilities Supervisor
• Head Custodian
• Principal

Job Goal:

To provide all students with a physical learning environment that is safe, clean, attractive, and smooth functioning.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Assumes the head custodian responsibilities and duties in the absence of the head custodian
• Checks the building to make sure that HVAC system, alarm system, etc. is in working condition
• Checks for any vandalism inside and outside
• Cleans assigned areas
• Checks on work requests made by the Night Custodian and enters work orders
• Sets up cafeteria for breakfast, (if applicable)
• Lawn care and snow removal, as needed
• Sweeps corridors, washes windows, and makes repairs as needed
• Spot cleans walls as needed
• Checks all restrooms, fills dispensers, empties trash, and spot cleans morning and afternoon
• Keeps boiler room clean
• Reports building emergencies to appropriate supervisors and monitors situation, as directed
• Maintains supply inventory and checks in deliveries
• Sets up and takes down for special events, as directed
• Coordinates and assigns custodial duties to staff
• Buffs halls
• Cleans all glass in entry doors, bulletin boards, and glass doors in hallways
• Inspect parking lots and grounds a minimum of three (3) times per week for cleanliness and security
• Cleans up equipment and leaves instructions for Night Custodian, if needed
• Conducts maintenance and minimal repairsHelps prepare and revise work schedules for the building
• Assembles furniture and moves furniture
• Requires being "on call" during weekends, nights and holidays for emergency repairs and alarm calls
• Other duties as assigned
• Summer duties as assigned

Terms of Employment:

Assistant Head Custodian will be employed for twelve month positions. The salary and work year will be established annually by the Board of Education.

Required Testing:

Post offer employment medical physical exam and essential functions test (EFT) required.

Work Environment/conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors with minimal temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to hot and cold environments, risk of injury and/or illness. The employee will work near, or with, moving mechanical equipment. The employee may also occasionally work with cleaning chemicals. The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally can be loud. Generally the job requires 5 % sitting, 50% standing, and 45% walking.

Physical Demands:

• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to reach, bend, squat/crouch, stoop, and kneel.
• The employee is frequently required to climb up and down secured ladder.
• The employee must frequently lift, carry, push, or move up to 50 pounds.
• The employee will frequently push or pull items such as, but not limited to, carts with food items and/or equipment that can weigh up to 50 pounds total.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the immediate supervisor, using the Independence School District Custodian Evaluation.