Lead Custodian

ESC Region 11

Gainesville (TX)

On-site

USD 32,886 - 45,414

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

A public education organization seeks a Lead Custodian to oversee custodial operations and safety maintenance. Ideal candidates will possess hands-on experience in custodial services and the ability to operate cleaning equipment effectively. The role involves supervising a team, managing cleaning schedules, and ensuring the cleanliness of school facilities.

Qualifications

  • Two years experience in custodial services.
  • Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning and safety procedures.
  • Knowledge of cleaning supplies handling.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise campus custodial operations and direct custodians.
  • Implement cleaning schedules and maintain cleanliness of facilities.
  • Manage inventory of cleaning supplies.

Skills

Knowledge of minor repair techniques
Ability to operate cleaning equipment
Ability to lift heavy equipment

Education

No specific education required

Tools

Buffer
Wet and dry vacuum cleaner
Electric drill
Shampooer
Lawn mower
Edger
Weed eater

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Primary Purpose

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

Job Title: Lead Custodian

Reports to: Dir. Of Operation/Principal

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Duty Days: 12 month

Pay Grade: MT 2

Fund Source: 199

Date Revised: June 2011

Primary Purpose

Supervise the campus custodial operations. 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:

None specified

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to read and understand instructions 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

Experience

Two years experience in custodial services

Major Responsibilities And Duties

Custodial Management

  • Direct and monitor the work of custodians at assigned campus.
  • Help screen, select, and train custodians.
  • Direct and assist in setting up facilities for special events.

Cleaning

  • Implement and maintain established cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, 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

  • Assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
  • Regulate heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide appropriate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water, and electricity.
  • Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal.
  • Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.

Safety

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

Other

  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Monitor and direct the work of custodians.

Equipment Used

Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Strenuous walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Approved by Date

Reviewed by Date

Duty Days 261

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Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Salary Rate Range $32886 -$45414

Seniority level
  • Seniority level
    Mid-Senior level
Employment type
  • Employment type
    Full-time
Job function
  • Job function
    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries
    Education Administration Programs

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