Custodian 1, Head

Hillsborough County Public Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsborough County Public Schools is seeking a Custodian 1, Head to supervise custodians and maintain a clean learning environment in all school district facilities. The role involves cleaning, minor maintenance, and coordinating the work of staff.

The position requires three years of housekeeping experience, one year of supervisory experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join our dedicated team to support a healthy educational environment.

Qualifications

• Three years of increasingly responsible experience in large-scale housekeeping and yard maintenance.
• One year of related management or supervisory experience.
• Successful completion of FSPMA custodial training program.
• Basic comprehensive skills of the working English language.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodians and perform cleaning and minor maintenance.
• Assign tasks to maintain a clean learning environment.
• Manage staffing and ensure compliance with policies.
• Participate in training staff on proper cleaning techniques.
• Maintain detailed reports and records as necessary.

Skills

Communication

Cooperation

Teamwork

Managing People

Job Knowledge

Leadership

Planning & Organization

Personal Appearance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.
• Interview, hire, and train employees; plan, assign, and direct work; appraise performance; reward and discipline employees; address complaints and resolve 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 the position.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, scrub, strip, wax, and burnish floors, including vacuuming and shampooing carpets as applicable. Clean and sanitize restrooms (including all fixtures), restock supplies, and remove and dispose of trash and waste products.
• Maintain clean and organized custodial supply storage.
• Perform minor non-cleaning maintenance tasks of the facility (e.g., change light bulbs, change toilet seats, unclog toilets, change ceiling tiles, touch up paint, secure windows, deliver supplies, set up for facility activities, meetings, or conferences, assemble and move furniture, etc.).
• Execute a lawn program including 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.
• Open or close and secure the 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. Respond to emergencies by securing the perimeter.
• Attend in-service meetings to remain updated with technology changes in the field; train staff on proper cleaning techniques.
• Develop schedules for custodial staff in applicable areas and assignments.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain confidential records (e.g., maintenance requests, inventory, payroll), using basic computer skills as applicable.
• Supervise assigned personnel, monitor staff performance, and make immediate improvements.
• Maintain dependable transportation and an 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.

Key Competencies

• Communication: Express ideas verbally and in written form, good listening, comprehension, and appropriate communication methods.
• Cooperation: Establish and maintain effective relations, exhibit tact and consideration, display positive outlook and pleasant manner, assist and support co-workers, and resolve conflicts.
• Teamwork: Balance team and individual responsibilities, exhibit objectivity and openness, provide and welcome feedback, and build positive team spirit.
• Managing People: Provide direction and gain compliance, include subordinates in planning, take responsibility for their activities, provide performance feedback, develop skills, and encourage growth.
• Job Knowledge: Exhibit competency in required skills and knowledge, learn and apply new skills, stay abreast of developments, and understand job interrelations.
• Leadership: Exhibit confidence, inspire respect and trust, react well under pressure, take action, and motivate others.
• Planning & Organization: Prioritize and plan work, use time efficiently, plan for resources, integrate changes, set goals, and work organized.
• Personal Appearance: Dress appropriately, keep well-groomed, and wear school board provided uniform daily.

Qualifications

• Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in large-scale housekeeping and yard maintenance, with one (1) year of related management or supervisory experience required.
• Certificates/Licenses/Registrations: Must successfully complete Florida School Plant Management Association (FSPMA) professional custodial training program and 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 instructions, and procedure manuals; writes routine reports and correspondence; speaks effectively before groups.
• Mathematical Skills: Adds, subtracts, multiplies, divides in all units of measure; computes rate, ratio, percent; interprets bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability: Solves practical problems and deals with a variety of variables; interprets instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office.

Physical Demands

• Activities: Standing, walking, sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending, crawling, handling, keyboarding, talking, hearing, tasting/smelling, near acuity, far acuity, depth perception, color vision, and field of vision.
• Lifting: Up to 55 pounds.
• Reaching: Both dominant and non-dominant hand; overhead.
• Environmental Conditions: Moderate noise intensity; extreme cold and 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.