Custodian 1, Head

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools Tampa area is seeking a Custodian 1, Head to supervise custodial staff and oversee cleaning, maintenance and related operations in district facilities. The role includes task assignment, safety compliance and ensuring a clean, healthy learning environment.

Responsibilities include floor care, restroom sanitation, minor repairs, lawn tasks, and coordinating schedules. Experience in large-scale housekeeping and supervisory duties is required, with emphasis on

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in large scale housekeeping and yard maintenance knowledge, with one (1) year of related management or supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, waxes, and burnish floors, including vacuuming and shampooing carpets where applicable.
• Maintains clean, organized custodial supply storage.
• Performs minor non-cleaning maintenance tasks (lighting, toilet seats, ceilings, paint, doors).
• Opens/closes and secures facilities; manages lights and safety outcomes; responds to emergencies.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Planning & Organization

Job description

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Custodian 1, Head

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5948046
• Application Deadline: Oct 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Posted: Oct 01, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Summary: The Custodian 1, Head, will supervise custodians, perform cleaning, minor maintenance, yard duties, and assign tasks to provide a clean and healthy learning environment in all school district facilities.

SUPERVISORY EXPECTATIONS

Manage assigned clerical staff and subordinate professional personnel in one or more sections of the department. Take responsibility for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of assigned teams. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the district’s policies and applicable state and federal laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance. Physical presence is expected as part of a reliable and predictable pattern of attendance.
• Support the district’s vision, mission, goals, and Strategic Plan.
• Engage in civility, respect, and professionalism.
• Maintain the professional knowledge and skills necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of their positions.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, waxes, and burnish floors, including vacuum and shampoo carpets as applicable. Cleans and sanitizes restrooms (includes all fixtures), restocks supplies, and removes and disposes of trash and waste products.
• Maintains clean, organized custodial supply storage.
• Performs minor non-cleaning maintenance tasks of facility (i.e. changes light bulbs, changes toilet seats, unclogs toilets, changes ceiling tiles, touches up paint, secures window(s), delivers supplies, sets up for facility activities, meetings, and/or conferences, assembles and moves furniture, etc.).
• Executes a lawn program including, but not limited to: mowing (pushing and/or riding), weeding, weed-eating, edging, trimming, fertilizing, minor plant replacement, mulching, blowing off sidewalks/curbs, watering, pressure washing and graffiti removal, as appropriate.
• Opens or closes and secures facility; including gates, doors, windows and alarm systems. Turn on and off all lights making sure that grounds and facility are free of debris and hazards. Responds to emergencies by securing the perimeter.
• Attends in-service meetings to remain updated with technology changes in field; train staff on proper cleaning techniques.
• Develops schedules for custodial staff in areas applicable to positions and assignments.
• Prepares all required reports and maintains confidential records (i.e. maintenance requests, inventory, payroll), using basic computer skills as applicable.
• Supervises assigned personnel, monitor staff performance, and make immediate improvements.
• Maintains dependable transportation and updated working telephone in accordance with Hillsborough County Public School Policy.
• Possess basic comprehensive skills of the working English language.
• Perform any other duties as assigned.
• Responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the district.

Other information

Communications: Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Cooperation: Establishes and maintains effective relations. Exhibits tact and consideration. Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner. Offers assistance and support to co-workers. Works cooperatively in group situations. Works actively to resolve conflicts.

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of team above own interests.

Managing People: Provides direction and gains compliance. Includes subordinates in planning. Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities. Makes self available to subordinates. Provides regular performance feedback. Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth.

Job Knowledge: Competent in required job skills and knowledge. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills. Keeps abreast of current developments. Requires minimal supervision. Displays understanding of how job relates to others. Uses resources effectively.

Leadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires respect and trust. Reacts well under pressure. Shows courage to take action. Motivates others to perform well.

Planning & Organization: Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently. Plans for additional resources. Integrates changes smoothly. Sets goals and objectives. Works in an organized manner.

Personal Appearance: Dresses appropriately for position. Keeps self well-groomed. Wear School Board provided uniform daily.

NOTE: School Board Policy ensures equal opportunity for all in its personnel policies and practices and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender preference, political beliefs, social/family background, disability or age.

The district accords preference in selection, retention, and promotion procedures to certain veterans and spouses of veterans who are Florida residents.

Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in large scale housekeeping and yard maintenance knowledge, with one (1) year of related management or supervisory experience required.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: All Custodians 1, Head employees must successfully complete Florida School Plant Management Association (FSPMA) professional custodial training program and successful completion of the Custodial Operations Career Advancement Training program through Hillsborough County Public Schools.

Language Skills: Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instruction, and procedure manuals. Writes routine reports and correspondence. Speaks effectively before groups of individuals.

Mathematical Skills: Adds, subtracts, multiplies, and divides in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Computes rate, ratio, and percent and draws and interprets bar graphs.

Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Interprets a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, fingering, feeling, talking, hearing, tasting/smelling, near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.

Lifting Demands: Up to 55 pounds.

Reaching Activities: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.

Environmental Conditions: Noise intensity: 3, moderate; extreme cold, extreme heat, wet/humid, work with cleaning chemicals – wear eye protection, vibration/impact, work with or near heavy equipment, proximity to moving mechanical parts, exposure to electrical shock, fumes, or airborne particles.

Position Type

Full-time

Job Categories

• Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Althea Walker
• 901 East Kennedy Boulevard
• Tampa, Florida 33602
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]