Lead Custodian - 8 hrs/day

Davenport Community Schools; Davenport (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools is seeking a dependable Lead Custodian for Mid City High. The role covers night shift from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM with duties including trash removal, floor care, cleaning glass, and restrooms, plus assist with deep cleaning during breaks.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with maintenance, and ensure security at closing. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of custodial experience; basic computer and email use are expected

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year custodial experience.
• Able to operate a computer and use email to complete work orders.

Responsibilities

• Trash removal.
• Clean glass and dust horizontal surfaces.
• Dust clocks, blinds, and other fixtures.
• Clean carpets and hard flooring; assist with deep cleaning.
• Close and secure building; monitor security.
• Assist with delivery of supplies and minor repairs.

Skills

Custodial experience

Team supervision

Computer literacy

Email usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

LEAD CUSTODIAN

MID CITY HIGH

2:00 PM - 10:30 pm (except day shift during student breaks)

INTERNAL BIDS THRU 11/3/2026 @ 4:00 PM.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (IF NO INTERNAL BIDS): Open Until Filled

New Hire: Entry Level Rate $20.62hr. Current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit. After 6 months $22.35

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Trash removal
• Clean glass
• Dust horizontal surfaces, clocks, overhead screens, blinds
• Cleans carpets and hard flooring
• Assist with deep cleaning during break periods-strips, scrubs & recoats. Carpet extraction, cleans restrooms, glass and furniture
• Remove snow / cut grass / minor grounds keeping
• Assist with delivery of supplies
• Properly use and maintain equipment per owner's manual and or direction from maintenance staff
• Operates all energy consuming devices in the most efficient manner striving to attain maximum energy conservation
• Monitors HVAC system and reports problems to maintenance via work orders
• Make minor repairs to equipment, building, furniture, hardware, windows etc..
• Reports major repair problems to head custodian and maintenance department
• Responsible for closing and securing building
• Must establish and maintain a satisfactory working relationship with teachers, students and fellow employees
• Must treat fellow workers with respect and facilitate a non- hostile work environment
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Must work days during the summer

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)

• Have physical ability to lift and carry 56 lbs.
• Have the physical ability to climb an eight-foot ladder and perform custodial tasks
• In addition to these specific qualifications this person must meet all the general qualifications as listed in the "lead custodian" job description of the Davenport Community School District as posted on the district web site.

Special Qualification Desired:

• Must have high school degree or GED
• Must be able to direct others to the successful completion of assigned tasks
• Have a thorough knowledge of all cleaning procedures, chemicals & equipment
• 1 year custodial experience
• Ability to learn how to operate a computer, use email, open attachments and complete electronic work orders.

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.