HS- Lead Custodian

South San Antonio High School; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

South San Antonio Independent School District in San Antonio, TX, is seeking a Lead Custodian for South San Antonio High School to supervise evening custodial operations, enforce cleaning schedules, and maintain safe, clean facilities.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 3 years of custodial experience, ability to train staff, manage supplies, and perform minor repairs, with fingerprint background checks and district training. Salary range reflects MS3 grade and full-time hours.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Candidate must have satisfactory fingerprinting background check.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor the custodians when the head custodian is not on campus.
• Help train custodians.
• Direct and assist in setting up facilities for special events.
• Evaluates subordinate custodians in conjunction with the Campus Administrator.
• Order custodial supplies as needed and maintain a monthly product inventory list.
• Implement and maintain established cleaning schedules including emptying waste and cleaning floors, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for trash storage and disposal.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repairs to supervisor.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for comfort and efficiency.
• Assist in setting up facilities for events and move furniture or equipment as directed by principal.
• Close building each school day and ensure doors are secure.
• Follow safety procedures and operate equipment safely.

Skills

Read English instructions

Repair knowledge

Operate cleaning equipment

Handle cleaning supplies

Communicate effectively

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Background check fingerprinting required

Tools

Buffer

Stripper

Wet/dry vacuum

Shampooer

Lawn mower

Edger

Weed eater

Job description

HS- Lead Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5903465
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Aug 26, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Job Title: Lead Custodian
Reports to: Custodial Supervisor
Dept./School: High School
Exemption Status/Test: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: MS3

Days: 235

Primary Purpose:
Supervise the campus custodial operations in the evening. Establish and follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Nonrefundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by the employee

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and understand instructions in English for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
• Ability to communicate effectively with subordinates, peers, and supervisors

Experience:
3 years’ experience in custodial services

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Custodial Management

• Direct and monitor the custodians when the head custodian is not on campus.
• Help train custodians.
• Direct and assist in setting up facilities for special events.
• Evaluates subordinate custodians in conjunction with the Campus Administrator.
• Order custodial supplies as needed and maintain a monthly product inventory list.

Cleaning

• Implement and maintain established cleaning schedules including emptying waste and cleaning floors, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

• Make minor building repairs as needed and report needed major repair to supervisor.
• Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Assist in setting up facilities for regular and special events and move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.

Safety

• Assume responsibility for closing building each school day.
• Check daily to ensure all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
• Ensure procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities are followed.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitor the evening custodians and issue work assignments to building custodians.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater; small hand tools; small power tools
Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching
Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis
Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $15.35 to $21.83 Per Hour
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources Department
• 5622 Ray Ellison Blvd.
• San Antonio, Texas 78242
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]