Head Custodian

Monticello High School; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Monticello Public Schools is seeking a Head Custodian for Pinewood Elementary to oversee custodial operations, perform advanced mechanical repairs, and lead the facilities team to ensure a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and a Minnesota driver's license, plus prior lead custodial or supervisory experience, preferably in an education setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Minnesota driver’s license required.
• Experience leading custodial staff preferred.
• Experience in an education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide custodial support and leadership for the district facilities.
• Perform general maintenance of building and grounds.
• Oversee energy management systems and safety compliance.
• Coordinate substitutes and time-off requests for custodial staff.
• Assist with coordinating outside contractors and budget recordkeeping.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Facilities maintenance

Leadership

Energy management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Driver's license (MN)

Job description

Centrally located on Interstate 94 less than 25 miles northwest of Maple Grove and 30 miles southeast of Saint Cloud,Monticello is home to five brick and mortar schools and two nature-based facilities serving more than 4,000 students annually.Monticello consistently ranks in the top 50school districts in the state as measured bya number of organizations and metrics,and performs above the state averagein graduation rates, test scores, and earlycollege opportunities.

Head Custodian / Pinewood Elementary

Monticello Public Schools

Monday through Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

Full-Time Position - Immediate Availability

Job Summary:

Provide custodial support, advanced mechanical repairs, and leadership skills for the School District in order to provide a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment for students and staff. Review the job description attached for details.

Education/Certification Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Minnesota driver's license required.

Experience:

• Previous lead supervisory custodial experience preferred or other related experience required.
• Previous experience in education setting preferred.
• Provides work direction for custodial staff at building site,responsible for coordinating time off request and obtainsubstitutes when required
• Responsible for energy management systems and safety issues at building site; must comply with all district policies regarding asbestos, right-to-know and air quality
• Assist Building and Grounds Director withsupervising and working with outside contractors
• Perform all general maintenance of building and grounds
• Responsible for maintaining all equipment
• Must maintain outdoor grounds, including parking lots, sidewalks and doors in winter and lawn/landscaping in summer
• Orders materials and supplies/maintains inventory
• Assist Building and Grounds Director withbuilding maintenance budget and record keeping
• Works well with administrative staff, teachers, cooks, building staff, community education, other custodians and community members
• Maintain confidentiality of information about students,families and staff
• Experience working with diverse students and families
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and occassionally lift 75 - 100 pounds

Selection Procedure:

This position is posted for a period of five (5) days according to the terms of the Master Agreement. Any member of the Custodial Unit may apply for the position if that individual feels they have the appropriate skills and qualifications.Interviews will be scheduled after the posting has closed.