Chief Custodian - Level 4 - Aberdeen High School

HCPS Careers; Maryland; On-site; USD 58,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Harford County Public Schools (HCPS) seeks a Chief Custodian – Level IV to lead custodial operations at a Grade 4 facility. The role focuses on scheduling, overseeing staff, and ensuring safety and cleanliness across large school campuses, including athletic venues and pool areas.

Requirements include a minimum of three years in custodial work with at least two years in a supervisory capacity, a Fourth Grade Stationary Engineer's License, pesticide certification, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in a custodial, mechanical, or related trade, with a minimum of two years supervisory experience.
• Must hold and maintain a Fourth Grade Stationary Engineer’s License issued by the Maryland State Board of Stationary Engineers.
• Pesticide application training and maintain a pesticide certification applicator card.
• Able to read requisitions and labels and be accountable for ordering, receipt, storage and security of supplies and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates custodial operations across multiple facilities.
• Maintains boiler, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems (HVAC).
• Performs safety inspections of boilers and auxiliary equipment.
• Coordinates custodial support for after-school activities.
• Performs building cleaning and related maintenance tasks.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Custodial operations

Boiler/HVAC knowledge

Safety inspections

Education

Fourth Grade Stationary Engineer’s License

Job description

Chief Custodian - Level 4 - Aberdeen High School

Harford, United States (On-site)

Job Description

Human Resources Office

102 S. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, Maryland 21014

Telephone: [phone]

www.hcps.org

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom.

CHIEF CUSTODIAN – LEVEL IV

Organizes, schedules, and coordinates all facets of the custodial program at a level IV facility within the guidelines established by the Facilities Management Department. Operates and maintain boilers, air conditioning and all other auxiliary equipment as a Grade 4 stationary engineer. (Level IV classification is determined by Harford County Public Schools.)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE

These items are intended only as examples of the various types of job duties to be performed; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the department. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position.

Oversees, prepares and maintains the multiple facilities among our largest school campuses which may include interscholastic athletic events. (i.e. stadium, track, turf field, tennis courts, auxiliary gyms, swimming pools, etc.)

Maintains working knowledge of the boiler(s), heating, ventilation and air conditioning system(s) (HVAC).

Makes periodic visual safety inspections of the boiler, air conditioning and auxiliary equipment.

Troubleshoots and gathers necessary information on malfunctioning equipment and communicates findings to the Facilities Management Department in a timely manner.

Keeps fuel consumption records and prepares operating efficiency reports if required.

Requisitions equipment, tools, parts and supplies.

Assists the building administration in evaluating employee work performance.

Advises employees of policies, procedures, and/or directives affecting their employment.

Advises the building administration concerning unexpected or unusual work problems.

Inspects area to assure maintenance of safety, sanitary, and security standards.

Assures maintenance of fire extinguishers and other firefighting equipment.

Protects property from pilferage, misuse or vandalism.

Performs security checks as required.

Inspects work performed by outside contractors and prepares reports on his or her findings.

Coordinates and oversees custodial supports required for after-school activities.

Performs building and other school campus facility cleaning activities.

Assigns, directs and does follow-up on the work performed by custodial employees.

Maintains pesticide log sheets for school site and assists with any identified pest problems on the school campus.

Responds and assists as designated essential personnel during situations including but not limited to inclement weather assignments, vandalism, and emergency repairs.

Coordinates snow removal efforts to assume re-opening of the building as quickly as possible.

Performs other work-related duties as assigned.

SALARY

This is a full-time twelve-month position. Salary range based on Grade 10 of the FY 2025-2026 AFSCME Salary Schedule for Twelve Month AFSCME Personnel.Starting Salary: $58,199– Maximum Earnings Potential $81,805. Those who are entering or returning to employment with Harford County Public Schools will begin on Step 1.

HCPS offers an expansive benefits package including individual and family medical, vision, dental, life insurance, retirement savings, pension, paid time off, and more.

Three years of experience in a custodial, mechanical, or related trade, with a minimum of two years supervisory experience as a Chief Custodian or equivalent position.

Must hold and have maintained a Fourth Grade Stationary Engineer’s License issued by the Maryland State Board of Stationary Engineers.

Required to attend pesticide application training with HCPS facilities and maintain a pesticide certification applicator card.

Able to read and prepare requisitions and labels and is accountable for the ordering, receipt, storage and security of all supplies and equipment used by the custodial staff.

Individuals appointed to this position may be require to hold and maintain a valid driver’s license to carry out the essential functions of the position.

Physically able to perform the essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodations, including handling wet and dry mop heads, buckets of material weighing up to 50 pounds and the ability to climb ladders in excess of fifteen feet as well as ability to access lifts, scaffolding, man lifts, pallet jackets, boom equipment and use back mounted equipment. Various lifts, tools and mechanical means of assistance should be employed for lifting heavier supplies, equipment, and material.

Must be able to give and explain directions in a clear and precise manner and supervise others utilizing good human relation skills.

The Board of Education of Harford County is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees and applicants. We adhere to the principles of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), religion, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Board of Education of Harford County prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, color, national origin, religion, or any other protected characteristic in any program or activity it operates. The Board of Education of Harford County encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Inquiries or concerns about your rights related to Title IX can be directed to our Title IX Coordinator, Dr. Eric Davis, at 102 South Hickory Ave, Bel Air, MD 21014, 410-588-5202, or [e-mail] . Inquiries related to your rights under Title VI or Title VII can be directed to our Coordinator of Investigations, Ms. Renee McGlothlin, at 410-809-6087 or [e-mail] . Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination policy can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY: (hcps.org) and found on the HCPS website under Board of Education Policies and Procedures. Harford County Public Schools’ non-discrimination statement can be accessed here: NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT: (hcps.org) and found on HCPS’ homepage.

AFFIRMING EQUAL EMPLOYMENT IN PRINCIPLE AND PRACTICE

HCPS is committed to recruiting and retaining effective and diverse educators and staff to build a climate of student success and improve learning experiences for every child in every classroom.

The Harford County Public School System (HCPS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, or disability in matters affecting employment or in providing access to programs to employees. Inquiries related to the non-discrimination policy of the Board of Education of Harford County should be directed to the Supervisor of Equity and Cultural Proficiency, 410-809-6065 .

Job Info

• Job Identification 408
• Job Category Custodial Services
• Posting Date 11/13/2025, 12:25 PM
• Job Schedule Full time