Custodian - Night Crew Foreman

Polk County Public Schools; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Polk County Public Schools in Lakeland, FL is seeking a Custodian - Night Crew Foreman to supervise night custodians and oversee cleaning, maintenance and housekeeping of school facilities.

The role requires coordinating schedules, inspecting work, ensuring security after shifts and training staff in safe practices and PPE, with emphasis on maintaining safe, clean buildings.

Qualifications

• Completion of eighth grade, with custodial/maintenance experience if attainable.
• Ability to supervise custodial crews and to adhere to cleaning schedules.
• Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs night custodians and supervises cleaning tasks.
• Ensures buildings are secured after servicing.
• Inspects facilities for cleanliness and maintenance.
• Instructs staff in safe work habits and PPE usage.
• Maintains and prepares reports of work and materials used.

Skills

Custodial supervision

Safety training

Bilingual preferred

Education

Completion of eighth grade

Job description

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Polk County Public Schools Dr. NE Roberts Elem, Lakeland, FL, USA, 33810 - Lakeland, Florida Open in Google Maps

Custodian - Night Crew Foreman

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job Details

Job ID: 5926866
Application Deadline: Sep 29, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Posted: Sep 15, 2026 5:09 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Position Title

Custodian - Night Crew Foreman

Custom Job Purpose

This position exists to perform supervisory work directing custodians and performing maintenance and housekeeping of school plants, buildings and facilities.

Essential Functions of this Job

Follows assigned cleaning schedule. Assigns, evaluates, and supervises the work of the night custodians. Functions as a working foreman. Performs cleaning tasks as well as inspecting and causing all areas of responsibility to be properly serviced. Assures that buildings, rooms, plants, etc., are secured after being serviced. Inspects buildings, rooms, and facilities for cleanliness and proper maintenance. Instructs employees in the proper use of custodial supplies and equipment. Supervises work of custodial employees and evaluates their performance. Instructs custodial personnel in practicing and developing safe work habits. Instructs employees in the proper use of personal protective equipment, and ensures compliance. Requisitions and distributes custodial supplies. Maintains and prepares reports of work and materials utilized.

Non-Essential Functions of this Job

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Completion of eighth grade, providing proof, if attainable. Considerable custodial and minor maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Considerable knowledge of cleaning tools, equipment, and supplies. Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment. Knowledge of school plant rooms, facilities, and other school district buildings. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to supervise custodial crews and to adhere to cleaning schedules. Bilingual/biliterate preferred.

Work Context

Requires standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires face-to-face discussions and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires coordination of work tasks to establish priorities, set goals and meet deadlines.

Physical Environment

Requires standing for the majority of the day, and the ability to frequently lift, carry, move and/or position objects weighing between 20 and 50 pounds. Requires working both indoors and outdoors. Requires exposure to outdoor elements, including weather changes, foliage, insects. Requires the handling and use of cleaning solvents and solutions. Requires the proper use of personal protective devices and equipment as assigned.

Collective Bargaining Agreement

7 - AFSCME - Custodians - F1 - 12-mo. OSP

Salary Grade

N/A

Pay Grade

AFSCME Cust/Maint/Veh Svcs

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Local Code

0258

EEO5

52

Approval Date

11/13/2012

Date Last Revised

9/12/2013

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Polk County Public Schools


• 1907 South Floral Ave.


• Bartow, Florida 33830


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

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