Head Custodian

Ben Davis University High School; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Ben Davis University High School in Indianapolis, IN seeks a Head Custodian to lead a custodial team across the campus, including Preschool and Adult Education facilities.

You will delegate tasks, coach staff, ensure safety and cleanliness, and maintain smooth operations for evening classes and events.

Qualifications

• Must lead and coach a custodial team of 8–10 staff with delegation skills.
• Demonstrated openness to coaching and ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily schedules, coverage, and task assignments for 8–10 staff.
• Inspect campus buildings daily for cleanliness, safety, and hygiene.
• Monitor inventories, order cleaning chemicals and equipment, track requests.
• Oversee setup/teardown for programs, Adult Ed classes, events, and meetings.

Skills

Leadership capability

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning chemicals safety (SDS/OSHA)

Equipment operation

Job description

Head Custodian

MSD Wayne Township Ben Davis University High School - Indianapolis, Indiana Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Metropolitan School District of Wayne Township

Job Details

Job ID: 5954315

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Nov 2, 2026

Job Description

The Head Custodian leads, coaches, and coordinates a team of 8 to 10 custodians dedicated to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment across BDU's campus, including the Preschool and Adult Education facilities. This role requires an approachable, team-oriented leader who combines operational expertise with exceptional interpersonal skills—delegating effectively, fostering a positive workplace culture, and remaining open to continuous growth and feedback.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage daily schedules, shift coverage, and task assignments for a custodian team of 8–10 staff members.

• Inspect campus buildings daily—including specialized areas like Preschool classrooms and Adult Ed facilities—to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and hygiene.

• Monitor supply inventories, place orders for cleaning chemicals and equipment, and track maintenance requests.

• Oversee site setup and teardown for school programs, evening Adult Ed classes, weekend events, and administrative meetings.

Qualifications & Skill Requiremen ts

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Minimum of 3–5 years of custodial/janitorial experience, preferably in an educational or institutional setting.

• Proven leadership capability with experience delegating tasks and guiding small to medium-sized teams.

• Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills.

• Demonstrated openness to coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing professional development.

• Knowledge of standard commercial cleaning methods, chemical safety protocols (SDS/OSHA), and equipment operation.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Ms.Roberson
• Ben Davis University High School
• Phone: [phone]