Lead Custodian

Baltimore City Public Schools; Central City, Northern (KY, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore City Public Schools seeks a custodial & maintenance assistant to support cleaning, routine maintenance, and building improvements. The role involves supervising custodial staff and coordinating tasks to maintain safe, sanitary facilities.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and some custodial experience, with basic knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing concepts. This is an on-site position requiring reliable, independent work habits.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent or education/experience combination.
• Six months custodial or maintenance experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building systems and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning and basic building maintenance tasks.
• Assist in planning and completing routine maintenance and improvements.
• Provide custodial support and supervise custodial staff and assignments.

Skills

Chemical handling

Emergency procedures

Reading labels & instructions

Communication skills

Independent work

Cleaning procedures

Interpersonal skills

HVAC basics

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Custodial equipment

Grounds care equipment

Two-way radio / phone usage

Job description

JOB SUMMARY

Perform cleaning, oversee and participate in planning and completion of regular maintenance and building improvements, and provide custodial support to ensure proper building operation and sanitation.
Secondary point of contact for vendors and staff relating to building maintenance and repair. Direct custodial staff and their work assignments.

Job Description Attachment

Temporary or Seasonal Position No

Desired Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS

• A. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
  • 1. Ability to properly use chemicals, equipment, and work processes used in cleaning and maintaining school facilities and grounds.
  • 2. Knowledge of emergency procedures.
  • 3. Ability to read and comprehend labels, signs, and written instructions.
  • 4. Skill in communicating clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing.
  • 5. Ability to work independently.
  • 6. Skill in following proper cleaning procedures and equipment operations.
  • 7. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  • 8. Basic knowledge of HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing systems
  • 9. Basic computer skills used to access email, open files, and receive work orders.
• B. Education
  • Any combination of education or experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• C. Certification/Licensure
  • 1. None required.
• D. Experience
  • Six months custodial or maintenance experience preferred.
• E. Equipment
  • 1. Custodial equipment, including but not limited to swing machine, burnisher, carpet extractor, backpack/upright vacuum, automatic scrubber and custodial cart.
  • 2. Grounds care equipment including but not limited to lawn mower, snow blower, weed trimmer, water reel, skid loader, pickup truck with snow blade, John Deere Gator.
  • 3. Proper use and operation of a two-way radio, telephone, and cell phone.