Lead Custodian I Northern Middle School

Washington County Public Schools; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington County Public Schools seeks a Lead Custodian I at Northern Middle School to lead cleaning operations, perform interior maintenance, and supervise custodial staff. The role requires knowledge of school mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems, and the ability to coordinate with the Custodial Engineer I for second/third shifts.

Strong communication and a commitment to safety are essential. This 12-month, full-time position benefits from the ESP Salary Scale, with competitive hourly

Qualifications

• Candidate must have mechanical aptitude and the ability to operate and maintain tools and equipment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience supervising other employees or prior custodial supervision.
• Ability to use computer systems for ordering supplies, entering work orders, and emailing.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise custodians under the direction of Custodial Engineer I.
• Maintain the physical plant of the school and perform interior cleaning with hand and machine tools.
• Develop knowledge of the school’s mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
• Order supplies, maintain inventory, and perform safety checks of the facility.
• Provide custodial services for after-hours and non-school day events as needed.
• Assist with coordinating second/third shift staff assignments.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal & written communication

Supervisory experience

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Lead Custodian I

Northern Middle School

Grade 5 of the ESP Salary Scale ($18.19 – $32.90)

8 Hours/Day, 12-Month Work Year 2nd Shift

Reports to Facilities Operations Manager

Employee Benefits Summary

++Minimum Requirements++

• High school diploma/GED.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Minimum one (1) years’ experience in the field of commercial cleaning and building maintenance.
• Minimum one (1) years’ experience working with and supervising other employees or three (3) years’ experience as a WCPS custodian.
• Knowledge of tools and equipment to perform minor maintenance and operations duties including the assembling of furniture.
• Ability to use computer systems to perform work functions including but not limited to ordering supplies, enter work orders, receive and send e-mails.
• Willingness to participate in in-service training programs.
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.
• Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

++Preferred Qualifications++

• Ability to diagnose minor issues within a school system’s plumbing, mechanical, and school equipment.

++Role Responsibilities++

• Working under the direction of a Custodial Engineer I.
• Maintain the physical plant of a middle school.
• All phases of interior cleaning by using hand and machine tools.
• Acquire and develop knowledge of the school’s mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
• Develop proficiency in the function, use, and care of all emergency lighting, fire protection and security systems.
• Perform and direct all phases of grounds-keeping including necessary snow removal.
• Make minor repairs to equipment and buildings.
• Make monthly safety checks of the entire facility.
• Order supplies and maintain a proper inventory of supplies and equipment.
• Maintain and operate all types of mechanical equipment.
• Provide required services to the athletic facilities and programs.
• Work closely with the Custodial Engineer I in the implementation of all duties.
• Assist the principal and other professional staff with co-curricular and extracurricular activities as appropriate.
• Provide custodial services to groups using schools after hours and on non-school days.

Essential Job Functions:

• Direct and supervise other custodians.
• Train and provide proper orientation in methods and use of cleaning materials and equipment to new custodians assigned to the school.
• Coordinate with Custodial Engineer I duties for Second/Third shift staff assignments.
• Develop a summer cleaning program to provide complete cleaning during the summer months.
• Keep employees advised of BOE policies and practices, providing interpretation and explanation’s where necessary.
• Review and evaluate performance of staff with Custodial Engineer I monthly and determine necessary adjustments to maintain a process for improvement.
• Demonstrate courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders of Washington County Public Schools.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

++Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental Requirements++

The Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental demands represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to sufficiently and efficiently move throughout the building and grounds for extended periods.

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with others as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, and hear.

Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.

Ability to move, raise, lower, and carry objects up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Must be able to operate powered equipment.

Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, walk stairs, climb, and shovel.

Will be subjected to loud noises, dusts, fumes, and hot and cold outdoor temperatures.