Building Custodian III

Fulton County Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools is seeking a Head Custodian for the middle and high schools to supervise the custodial staff, plan workloads, and oversee cleaning and general maintenance of all equipment on site and grounds.

The role requires leadership, physical ability to operate heavy cleaning equipment, and the capacity to manage work orders and safety procedures. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have extensive knowledge of cleaning methods and sanitation practices.
• Experience with heating, ventilation equipment maintenance is a plus.
• Able to convey instructions clearly to staff and District employees.
• Must be computer literate; able to send emails and online work orders.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and assign work for custodial staff to ensure building cleanliness.
• Monitor upkeep of building and grounds to maintain acceptable standards.
• Operate cleaning and maintenance equipment; lift 75 lbs+ as required.
• Instruct staff in use of supplies and equipment; manage inventory.
• Submit maintenance work orders and prepare cleaning/maintenance reports.
• Shut off utilities and manage safety protocols after hours as needed.
• Assist maintenance personnel and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Supervisory leadership

Computer literacy

Cleaning methods knowledge

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Assumes responsibility for building operations consisting of cleaning the building, heating, ventilation, and the general supervision of the maintenance of all equipment in the building and on the grounds; Directs and plans the work of all custodial staff, making arrangements for successful operation, arranging workloads, and assisting employees in performing their duties satisfactorily; This position is the Head Custodian in the Middle and High Schools

Essential Duties

• Schedules and assigns work for self and other custodial staff to ensure cleanliness of the building


• Monitors the upkeep of the building and grounds to ensure they are maintained in an acceptable manner


• Operates various equipment, weighing 75 lbs or more, for scrubbing, buffing, and waxing floors


• Operates carpet cleaning and maintenance equipment weighting in the excess of 50 lbs Instructs custodial staff in the proper use of supplies and equipment


• Ensures daily that all doors are properly opened during occupancy and all bolted and secured after hours


• Performs all procedures involved in shutting off the electrical power, water and gas mains to the building, and lighting (igniting) the pilot light on the kitchen appliances and the boiler


• Orders custodial supplies and ensures receipt of supplies;


• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies in order to effectively carry out the work


• Performs minor repairs and maintenance as needed;


• Submits maintenance work orders when necessary


• Prepares cleaning/maintenance reports such as emergency assignment schedules; Documents problems and performance issues of custodial staff


• Assists maintenance personnel as needed


• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Certification/Licensure

None required

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of Fulton County Schools custodial experience or 3 years of outside custodial experience required; Some experience working in a lead or supervisory position preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of cleaning methods essential to good cleaning and sanitation practices, supplies and their use


• Knowledge of care and cleaning of various types of heating and ventilation equipment


• Knowledge of qualities and use of custodial supplies and equipment.


• Knowledge of safety rules and regulations


• Must be able to clearly and accurately convey cleaning and maintenance instructions to others


• Must be computer literate; able to send and receive emails and send online work orders


• Ability to establish and maintain efficient working relationships with other custodial staff and District employees


• Ability to effectively supervise the assigned custodial staff


• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, and/or humidity

Physical Demands

• Typically requires climbing ladders; pushing and/or pulling


• Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate equipment used to clean floors and carpets


• Must be able to lift, push, and/or pull in excess of 75 pounds

Building Custodian III

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta

It is the policy of the Fulton County School System not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service. If you wish to make a complaint or request accommodation or modification due to discrimination in any program, activity, or service, contact Compliance Coordinator Gonzalo LaCava, 6201 Powers Ferry Rd, NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30339, or phone [phone].TTY 1-800-255-0135.