Lead Custodian & Facilities Supervisor

The School District of Lee County; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The School District of Lee County's Diplomat Middle in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Head Custodian to lead custodial operations and ensure clean, safe facilities.

You will supervise custodial staff, perform routine maintenance tasks, coordinate with the Building Supervisor, and comply with OSHA and district safety rules. This is a full-time, on-site role with a starting rate of $17.42 per hour, 8-hour shifts, 255 days per year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year of custodial experience in industrial/commercial work.

Responsibilities

• Acting as a team leader, assist in planning and assigning the work of custodial personnel in cleaning, occasional landscaping, and performing minor maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, grounds, and premises.
• Lead the cleaning operations such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, buffing, and stripping wax from floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets, dusting/polishing furniture, removing mildew, and replacing supplies as directed.
• Inspect cleaning operations and security procedures for compliance with District standards; lead custodians in making necessary adjustments/changes and any necessary corrections.
• Train employees in required duties and procedures.
• Report long-standing issues to designated supervisor.
• Maintain required records, prepare simple reports, and requisition supplies.
• Complete safety checks verifying OSHA requirements.
• Provide minor lawn care, cut/trim small areas of grass, trim hedges, and sweep and clean walks; maintain lawn equipment; and assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly condition.
• Clean assigned areas and take care that certain papers and materials are not misplaced or destroyed.
• Comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures.
• Request assistance as needed when lifting/moving heavy and/or awkward objects.
• Complete minor electrical repairs including replacing fluorescent ballasts.
• Check the chiller/air handler operation and change air conditioning filters when necessary.
• Utilize basic District computer applications for communication, training, and record keeping.
• Contact appropriate resources when responding to building alarm calls after hours or emergency conditions.
• Move furniture/equipment, clean clay trap in art rooms, and deliver supplies.
• In kitchen areas, conduct, clean, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on air conditioning vents; ductwork; fans on walls, ceilings, coolers, freezers, warmers, and ceilings; and exposed motors and wires on backs of ovens; replace bulbs when needed.
• Assume the responsibilities of the Building Supervisor when the Building Supervisor is absent.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The School District of Lee County's Diplomat Middle in Cape Coral, FL is seeking a Head Custodian to lead custodial operations and ensure clean, safe facilities.

You will supervise custodial staff, perform routine maintenance tasks, coordinate with the Building Supervisor, and comply with OSHA and district safety rules. This is a full-time, on-site role with a starting rate of $17.42 per hour, 8-hour shifts, 255 days per year.