Head Custodian

Focus School Software, LLC; Osteen (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Volusia County Schools is seeking a Custodian Shift Leader at Osteen Elementary to ensure a clean, safe environment. You will supervise custodians, follow district procedures, and perform routine cleaning and minor repairs.

The role requires on-call availability for emergencies and occasional after-hours work. The position emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with administrators, staff, and students.

Qualifications

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent certificate.
• Two years prior experience as a custodian shift leader or custodian supervisor.
• Must attend and complete on-the-job training sessions.
• Must pass tests on proper use and mixing of cleaning chemicals and procedures.
• Must be available after hours (on-call) for emergency/disaster duties.
• Must be available for scheduled shift work.
• Must be able to operate school board vehicles when assigned.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of children is the priority.
• Perform cleaning and sanitizing per Handbooks and district rules.
• Use custodial chemicals per guidelines and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment per guidelines.
• Maintain trash and recycling and support energy use programs.
• Clean facilities including floors, classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, and more.
• Unlock/secure facilities and restock/restroom supplies.
• Replace lightbulbs and access areas with ladders as needed.
• Maintain air filters, vents and cleaning of HVAC areas.
• Perform minor repairs and touch-up painting.
• Move/assemble furniture and equipment.
• Pressure wash campus exteriors as required.
• Adhere to security procedures and report hazards.

Skills

Safety awareness

Written instructions

Staff management

Teamwork

Independent work

Emergency response

Equipment handling

Verbal/written communication

Computers

Training others

Lawn equipment

Basic maintenance tools

Plumbing/electrical/carpentry basics

Chemical knowledge

Scheduling

Floor care

Inventory management

Budgeting

Education

High School diploma, GED or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Job Description

POSITION GOAL

To maintain a clean and safe environment of buildings and grounds of Volusia County Schools

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assure the safety of children comes first.
2. Perform all cleaning and sanitizing in accordance with Custodial Services Handbook and District requirements.
3. Use custodial chemicals and supplies in accordance with Custodial Services Handbook and manufacturer’s instructions.
4. Operate and maintain custodial equipment in accordance with Custodial Services Handbook and manufacturer’s instructions.
5. Maintain proper care and disposal of all trash and recyclables and adhere to energy and recycling program requirements.
6. Perform general cleaning and sanitizing of facilities to include, but not limited to floors, carpets, classrooms, offices, cafeteria, gymnasium, shower and locker rooms, auditorium, toilet rooms, drinking fountains, and all related areas as well as cleaning up after accidents and/or illnesses in accordance with District procedures and general grounds maintenance.
7. Unlock and secure facilities.
8. Restock and maintain supplies in all restrooms.
9. Replace lightbulbs, as needed. This will require use of ladders.
10. Maintain the cleanliness of air conditioner filters, return air grilles, and vents.
11. Perform minor repairs and touch up painting.
12. Move and assemble furniture and equipment.
13. Pressure washing of campus to include sidewalks and exterior of buildings.
14. Abide by allsecurity procedures.
15. Represent Volusia County School Board (VCSB) and the Department with a positive and professional service-oriented demeanor.
16. Wear provided designated departmental uniform.
17. Work as part of a team by establishing and maintaining working relationships that foster efficiency, productivity, quality results, and promotes cooperation with administrators, fellow employees, students, faculty, and the public.
18. Communicate verbally and in writing as assigned.
19. Clean up body fluids, for example, vomit, blood, feces, urine, according to prescribed procedures.
20. Work flexible shifts as required.
21. Attend and/ or conduct cross-training sessions with others in the Division and apply skills/ knowledge obtained.
22. Understand and comply with oral and written directions or instructions.
23. Read, comprehend, comply with, and use written instructions or directions regarding precautions and recommended use of chemicals, equipment, or products.
24. Abide by and monitor safety rules/standards when using tools and equipment, which includes wearing required safety equipment and compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) requirements.
25. Handle, store, and use fuel and oil products according to safe practices and procedures.
26. Abide by the procedures included in the Volusia County Schools Custodial Personnel Handbook.
27. Supervise the work of other custodians on shift, including training, as necessary.
28. Work with the administration to plan the work of the custodial staff.
29. Use a computer to complete work requests and other needed forms.
30. Complete weekly and monthly facility inspection reports.
31. Complete order and inventory forms.
32. Verify time sheets.
33. Report any damage/dangerous or hazardoussituations related to work orders, equipment, or vehicles to supervisor.
34. Serve as first responder to calls during off hours by Volusia County Schools’ Security Department as designated.
35. Respond during times of disaster/ emergency, as the need arises, including evenings and weekends.
36. Perform effectively in emergency situations.
37. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Designated Principal/Building Administrator.

Position Summary

Position Code: 641607700

School/Site: OSTEEN ELEMENTARY

Hours: 8.0

Months: 12-Months

Please contact SHANDA SOLANA at [e-mail] additional information

Required Qualifications/Certifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma, G.E.D. or equivalent certificate
• Two years prior experience as a custodian shift leader or as a custodial supervisor
• Must be able to attend and complete various on-the-job training sessions.
• Must be able to pass written and demonstration tests on proper use and mixing of cleaning chemicals, cleaning procedures, carpet care and hard surface floor care.
• Must be available after working hours (on-call) as a part of the emergency and disaster team.
• Must be available forscheduled shift work.
• When assigned, must be able to operate school board vehicles in accordance with operational procedures and School Board Policy 505

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Ability to fulfill all work requirements outlined in the Volusia County Schools Custodial Personnel Handbook, the custodial personnel specific job requirements, and the appropriate position description supplement requirements.
• Ability to read, comprehend and use written instructions, directions regarding precautions, chemicals, maintenance and recommended use of job-related equipment and tools or products.
• Ability to manage a diverse staff of custodians, measure individual performance, evaluate the overall cleanliness ofthe facility based on district guidelines, and provide feedback to the facility administrator.
• Ability to work alone or as part of a team.
• Ability to work productively with little or no supervision.
• Ability to participate in all types of emergency/disaster clean-up.
• Ability to complete tedious tasks.
• Ability to use and maintain all types ofspecialty equipment, tools, and chemicals.
• Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to report to assigned work locations.
• General knowledge of computers
• General knowledge in the training of new employees, including hands on and documentation.
• Knowledge of the use and minor maintenance of lawn equipment
• Knowledge of minor building maintenance using basic hand tools.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance on plumbing, electrical and carpentry
• Knowledge of chemicals (mixtures and uses) and cleaning procedures.
• Knowledge of writing schedules
• Knowledge of carpet and hard surface floor care, including gym floor refinishing.
• Knowledge of personnel vacancy processes
• Knowledge of record keeping and budget management.
• Knowledge of inventorying, ordering, and storing all types of supplies.
• Knowledge of basic maintenance on plumbing, electrical and carpentry

REPORTS TO: Designated Building Administrator

SUPERVISES: Assigned Custodial Staff

Salary Info

$16.40 to $21.41 per hour

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