Head Custodian

Scituate School Department (RI); Hope (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Scituate School Department, Hope Elementary School, Hope, Rhode Island, seeks a reliable Head Custodian to lead daily custodial operations and support the cleanliness, maintenance, security, and overall appearance of district facilities. The role involves coordinating the custodial team, ensuring safety, and maintaining a welcoming environment for students, staff, families, and the community.

The candidate will oversee supplies, equipment, and event readiness, reporting to the Building Principal

Qualifications

• Must have custodial/cleaning duties experience in a school environment.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate custodial equipment safely.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of custodial operations within the assigned building.
• Assign and monitor daily custodial work to meet district cleanliness standards.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and supporting custodial staff, including orientation of new employees.
• Coordinate building maintenance needs and oversee work orders.
• Serve as primary contact between custodial staff, Building Principal, and Facilities Director.
• Support emergency response, building readiness and planning.
• Address performance concerns promptly and document issues.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and professionalism within the custodial department.
• Maintain communication with Building Administrator and Director of Facilities on staffing and conditions.
• Oversee procurement, inventory, storage, and distribution of supplies and materials.
• Order custodial supplies and other facility materials per budgets.
• Coordinate grounds maintenance and outdoor spaces upkeep.
• Maintain inventory records and monitor usage for cost efficiency.

Skills

Custodial duties

Equipment operation

Instruction following

Teamwork

Reliability

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Head Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897242

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Summary

The Scituate School Department seeks a reliable, hardworking, and safety-conscious Head Custodian to lead the daily custodial operations of an assigned school while supporting the cleanliness, maintenance, security, and overall appearance of district facilities. The successful candidate will coordinate the custodial team's work and help provide a safe, healthy, and welcoming learning environment for students, staff, families, and community members.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Head Custodian Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day leadership and coordination of custodial operations within the assigned building.
• Assign and monitor daily custodial work to ensure district cleanliness standards and operational expectations are achieved.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and supporting custodial staff, including orientation of new employees.
• Coordinate building maintenance needs and submit or oversee work orders through the district maintenance management system.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between the custodial staff, Building Principal, and Facilities Director regarding facility operations, maintenance concerns, and event preparation.
• Support emergency response, building readiness, and operational planning as directed.
• Address performance concerns promptly and document issues when necessary.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and professionalism within the custodial department.
• Maintain open communication with the Building Administrator(s) and the Director of Facilities regarding staffing, performance, equipment needs, and building conditions.
• Oversee the procurement, inventory, storage, distribution, and security of custodial supplies, equipment, and materials to ensure adequate stock levels and efficient building operations.
• Order custodial supplies, cleaning products, paper goods, and other facility materials in accordance with district purchasing procedures and approved budgets.
• Coordinate and oversee routine grounds maintenance, including monitoring the appearance and upkeep of school grounds, landscaping, walkways, parking areas, and exterior spaces, and assigning or performing work as needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and monitor supply usage to promote cost-effective purchasing, minimize waste, and ensure operational readiness.

Building Cleaning and Sanitation

• Clean, disinfect, and maintain classrooms, offices, hallways, cafeterias, gymnasiums, locker rooms, restrooms, and other assigned areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and wash floors, walls, windows, furniture, and fixtures.
• Replenish restroom and custodial supplies as needed.
• Collect and dispose of trash, recycling, and waste materials.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and sanitation protocols.

Floor and Facility Maintenance

• Operate and maintain custodial equipment, including floor scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, carpet extractors, and vacuum systems.
• Strip, wax, buff, and refinish floors as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks and report building maintenance needs to supervisors.
• Assist with preventative maintenance activities and minor repairs.

Grounds and Seasonal Responsibilities

• Assist with snow removal activities, including shoveling, salting, sanding, and clearing walkways, entrances, and exits.
• Coordinate, perform, and oversee routine grounds maintenance activities, including maintaining the appearance and safety of school grounds, walkways, parking areas, and exterior spaces.
• Assist with emergency weather response and building readiness activities.

Building Security and Operations

• Open, secure, and lock buildings as assigned.
• Ensure windows, doors, and building access points are properly secured.
• Monitor facilities and report safety concerns, vandalism, or maintenance issues.
• Respond appropriately to emergencies and facility needs.

Event and Operational Support

• Set up and break down furniture, equipment, and rooms for school and community events.
• Manage the receipt, storage, organization, and distribution of custodial supplies, equipment, and materials to support daily building operations.
• Support district operations during special events and activities.

Professional Responsibilities

• Follow all district policies, procedures, safety regulations, and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, families, and community members.
• Attend required training and meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Building Principal, Facilities Director, or Superintendent/designee.

Technology and Communication

• Utilize district technology systems to support daily operations, communication, maintenance, and facility management.
• Enter, update, and monitor maintenance requests using the district work order management system.
• Utilize facility scheduling software to support building use, event preparation, and coordination of facility resources.
• Access and respond to district email and electronic communications promptly.
• Maintain accurate electronic records related to maintenance activities, inspections, inventory, and facility operations.
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to learn and effectively use new technologies, software applications, and operational systems as adopted by the district.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Scituate School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation, or disability in any of its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact:

Equal Employment Officer

P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, RI 02857

Phone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Inquiries may also be directed to:

Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education (Boston Office)

5 Post Office Square, 8th Floor, Boston, MA 02109-3921

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

Mon- Fri 7:00 - 3:30

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Support Staff > Custodian

Welcome to Hope Elementary School

Hope Elementary School Mission StatementThe mission of the Hope Elementary School communityis to provide all students with a strong foundation ofknowledge and skills by creating a safe and nurturingenvironment to become responsible, successful andcontributing citizens in a continually changing world.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Scituate School Department does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion, national origin, color, creed, political affiliation or disability in any of its educational programs and activities, and in employment and application for employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1965, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Equal Employment Officer, P.O. Box 188, North Scituate, Rhode Island 02857, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]. You may also direct inquiries directly to: Office for Civil Rights (Boston Office), U.S. Department of Education, 8th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: [phone]; Facsimile: [phone]; Email: [e-mail]. If you require an accommodation to attend a meeting or program at a school, call the Equal Employment Officer at least two business days in advance of the meeting or program.

Job Requirements

• Qualifications
  Required Qualifications
  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  Ability to perform custodial and cleaning duties in a school environment.
  Ability to operate or learn to operate custodial equipment and machinery safely.
  Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  Demonstrated reliability, dependability, and a strong work ethic.
  Ability to work effectively with students, staff, and the public.
  Preferred Qualifications
  Previous custodial, facilities, maintenance, or building operations experience.
  Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment, and safety procedures.
  Experience working in a school or public facility environment.
  Experience in a leadership role
  Physical Requirements
  The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  Frequently stand, walk, bend, climb stoop, kneel, and reach.
  Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment weighing up to 75 pounds.
  Ability to operate custodial and maintenance equipment safely.
  Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
  Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday.
  Valid driver’s license and travel between Districts and other locations as necessary.
  The position may require driving, extended hours, and public interaction.
  The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
  Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear. Vision requirements include close and distance vision.
  The work environment may involve moderate to loud noise levels, depending on location and activity.
  Terms of Employment
  Salary, benefits, work schedule, and conditions of employment shall be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.
  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required state and federal background checks, including Rhode Island BCI and national fingerprint-based criminal history checks.
  Evaluation
  Performance shall be evaluated in accordance with the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and district procedures.
  Terms of Employment: Per Scituate School Department ESP Union Contract.
  Evaluation: Per Scituate School Department ESP Union Contract.
• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Rebecca Toomey , Principal
• 391 North Road
• Hope, Rhode Island 02831
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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