Custodian Lead - Franklin Accelerated Academy - East Campus

Mesa Public Schools; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

ASRS retirement match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Mesa Public Schools is seeking a Custodian Supervisor to oversee custodial staff and perform essential cleaning duties to maintain safe, clean school environments. This role requires supervising daily tasks, managing supplies, and ensuring compliance with district standards.

Preferred candidates have six months of custodial experience, basic computer skills, and the ability to work evenings in a 2nd shift. Salary reflects $19.89/hour with shift pay for evenings.

Qualifications

• Minimum six months custodial experience required.
• High School education or equivalent preferred.
• Experience with record keeping and basic software (Word, Excel) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodians assigned to school.
• Supervise and assist with diverse tasks daily to maintain the school plant.
• Request supplies and equipment from district warehouse.
• Conduct frequent inspections of school facilities.
• Maintain site custodial payroll records and submit reports.
• Ensure upkeep of school during summer and supervise summer cleanup.
• Report facility repairs and equipment problems; ensure safety and order.

Skills

Supervisory ability

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Work under pressure

Team collaboration

Facility safety awareness

Record keeping

Education

High School education or equivalent

Tools

Custodial equipment

Job description

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type

Full-time (40 hours per week)

2ND Shift Evening (plus $.35/hr. shift pay)

Base Hourly

$19.89

Class/Calendar

B21, 12 months

Benefits

Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance

Performance Pay

Available annually

New Hire Experience

1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum

New Hire Education

1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary

To supervise custodial staff assigned to school; to perform custodial duties as required by district standards; and to maintain the cleanliness and safe conditions of a school environment

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Custodial. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise custodians assigned to school
• Supervise and assist with many diversified tasks (i.e. lights, special setups, opening and closing of buildings, etc.) each day to maintain the school plant
• Request for needed supplies and equipment from district warehouse
• Conduct frequent inspections of school plant
• Implement improvements in cleaning procedures when necessary
• Maintain site custodial payroll records and submit reports to district custodial office
• Maintain upkeep of school during summer session
• Supervise and assist in summer clean up as directed by supervisor
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Work special events at school when needed
• Report necessary facility repairs and equipment problems
• Monitor work done daily and complete specific work assignments
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications

• Minimum six months’ custodial experience
• Working knowledge and experience of custodial equipment, supplies, and proper cleaning procedures

Preferred Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent
• Record keeping experience
• Minimum six months supervisory experience

Skills & Competencies

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Ability to plan and organize effectively, work independently and under pressure
• Ability to supervise employees and resolve personnel and custodial issues
• Ability to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with staff members
• Satisfactory work record
• Computer proficiency to include use of basic software applications (Word, Excel, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Custodians work inside classrooms, hallways, restrooms, gymnasiums, cafeterias, and offices, as well as outside maintaining school grounds.
• Schools can be bustling with students, teachers, and activities, requiring custodians to navigate through crowds and maintain order.
• Frequent use of cleaning solutions, disinfectants, and floor treatments requires proper safety precautions
• May work special events at school including weekends
• May be exposed to high temperatures when working outside
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor as required; ability to lift approximately 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.