Head Custodian II Eastern Elementary School

Washington County public Schools; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Public Schools seeks a Head Custodian II for Eastern Elementary School to oversee the care of a large elementary campus. The role covers all buildings and grounds, with day shift supervision of other custodians and reporting to the Facilities Operations Manager.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, mechanical aptitude, and at least two years of experience in commercial cleaning and supervision, plus basic computer use for ordering supplies and work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in commercial cleaning and building maintenance.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience supervising other employees.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment to perform minor maintenance and operations duties.
• Ability to use computer systems for ordering supplies, entering work orders, and emailing.
• Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical plant of a large elementary school.
• All phases of interior cleaning using hand and machine tools.
• Develop knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Operate emergency lighting, fire protection and security systems.
• Provide custodial services after hours and on non-school days.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Supervise the work of other custodians.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Supervising

Training

Attendance

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Tools & equipment

Computer systems

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Washington County Public Schools

Head Custodian II Eastern Elementary School JobID: 15208

• Position Type: Maintenance and Operations/ Head Custodian II
• Date Posted: 10/9/2026
• Location: Eastern Elementary School
• Closing Date: 10/15/2026

Head Custodian II Eastern Elementary School Grade 8 of the ESP Salary Scale ($21.60 - $39.08) 8 Hours/Day, 12-Month Work Year Reports to Facilities Operations Manager Employee Benefits Summary

Role Overview - A Head Custodian II is responsible for the care of a large elementary school's physical facilities. This includes all the buildings and grounds associated with the school. A Head Custodian II works the day shift and supervises the work of other custodians.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma/GED.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience in the field of commercial cleaning and building maintenance.
• Minimum two (2) years' experience working with and supervising other employees.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment to perform minor maintenance and operations duties including the assembling of furniture.
• Ability to use computer systems to perform work functions including but not limited to ordering supplies, enter work orders, receive and send e-mails.
• Willingness to participate in in-service training programs.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to diagnose minor issues within a school system's plumbing, mechanical, and school equipment.

Role Responsibilities

• Maintain the physical plant of a large elementary school.
• All phases of interior cleaning by using hand and machine tools.
• Acquire and develop knowledge of the school's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Develop proficiency in the function, use, and care of all emergency lighting, fire protection and security systems.
• Perform and direct all phases of grounds-keeping including necessary snow removal.
• Make minor repairs to equipment and buildings.
• Make monthly safety checks of the entire facility.
• Order supplies and maintain a proper inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain and operate all types of mechanical equipment.
• Provide required services to the athletic facilities and programs.
• Assist the principal and other professional staff with co-curricular and extracurricular activities as appropriate.
• Provide custodial services to groups using schools after hours and on non-school days.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Train and provide proper orientation in methods and use of cleaning materials and equipment to new custodians assigned to the school.
• Coordinate second shift staff assignments.
• Develop a summer cleaning program to provide complete cleaning during the summer months.
• Keep employees advised of BOE policies and practices, providing interpretation and explanation's where necessary.
• Review and evaluate performance of staff monthly and determine necessary adjustments to maintain a process for improvement.
• Provide sufficient managerial training for the Lead Custodian.
• Demonstrate courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders of Washington County Public Schools.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental Requirements

• The Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental demands represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to sufficiently and efficiently move throughout the building and grounds for extended periods.
• Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with others as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, and hear.
• Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.
• Ability to move, raise, lower, and carry objects up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.
• Must be able to operate powered equipment.
• Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, walk stairs, climb, and shovel.
• Will be subjected to loud noises, dusts, fumes, and hot and cold outdoor temperatures.

Note: Only currently contracted WCPS teachers may apply for internal teaching vacancies. Any applicant who is not a currently contracted teacher with WCPS must apply for teaching positions as an external applicant for external vacancies.

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