Lead Custodian - Murray Elementary School

Albemarle County Public Schools; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Wellness program

Discounts on gym memberships

Job summary

Albemarle County Public Schools seeks a Lead Custodian for Murray Elementary School in Charlottesville, Virginia. This full-time position involves managing custodians, ensuring cleanliness, and coordinating maintenance tasks to create a safe learning environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma, at least two years of custodial experience, and one year in a supervisory role. The role includes various physical tasks and requires compliance with safety regulations and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must have general knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of providing customer service and evaluating satisfaction.
• Knowledge of safety regulations related to equipment and hazardous materials.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates maintenance and cleaning of buildings.
• Manages a team of custodians, assigning tasks and ensuring work completion.
• Conducts inspections to identify and address cleaning deficiencies.

Skills

General knowledge of cleaning methods

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Teamwork and independent work abilities

Customer service principles

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years custodial experience

One year supervisory or team lead experience

Tools

Heavy commercial cleaning equipment

High-powered buffers

Scrubbers

Job description

Full-time

ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more! Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.

Lead Custodian – Murray Elementary School

This position performs routine work in cleaning/sanitizing an assigned area of a school building by following prescribed cleaning frequencies. Under limited supervision, this position is also responsible for floor maintenance, furniture relocation, and maintaining the immediate perimeter of the school building. Shift work may be required.

General Definition Of Work

This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the maintenance and cleaning of buildings to ensure a safe, clean, and functional learning environment. It manages a team of custodians, assigning tasks, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to APPA Level 2 cleanliness standards, performs routine and maintenance cleaning, ensures compliance with safety regulations, manages inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment, and conducts regular inspections to identify and address cleaning deficiencies. It also communicates with other departments and building occupants to address needs and concerns. The position is designated as “Essential Personnel”, requiring employees to report to their job site during emergency situations such as snow or inclement weather.

Essential Functions

• Opens and/or secures buildings;
• Inspects building(s) for safety and cleanliness, referring deficiencies to the appropriate personnel. Conducts monthly safety reviews and submits reports to Assistant Director for Custodial Services;
• Checks building for heating and cooling adequacy and refers deficiencies to Building Services;
• Interacts with and counsels custodians on minor conflicts, including cleanliness deficiencies; refers serious infractions to the Custodial Zone Manager or the Assistant Director for Custodial Services;
• Approves and submits time records;
• Schedules custodial coverage for weekend events;
• Coordinates work, schedules and relevant information with evening custodial staff and custodial department leadership;
• Maintains a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email software and manages daily email monitoring and correspondence;
• Accepts and puts away supply deliveries, checks packing slips for accuracy and reports discrepancies to the Assistant Director for Custodial Services;
• Evaluates practices, procedures, and facilities to assess safety concerns, monitor safety compliance and work to enforce a culture of safety;
• Investigates complaints and provides follow-up with appropriate personnel;
• Follows ACPS Building Services guidelines for ordering custodial supplies;
• Assists Building Manager with annual performance evaluations;
• Performs routine cleaning tasks by using prescribed chemicals and machines. The functions include trash and recycling removal and disposal, sweeping, dust mopping, high and low dusting, wet mopping, vacuuming, spotting carpet, restroom sanitation, cleaning glass, mirrors and fixtures, restocking soap dispensers and paper supplies, sanitizing drinking fountains, cleaning walls, vents, chalkboards, and baseboards and other assigned cleaning tasks;
• Performs the proper cleaning, care and storage of equipment and supplies;
• Responds to a variety of requests from building occupants which includes but is not limited to: setting up for meetings and class functions, moving furniture, unloading and storing deliveries;
• Assists in training and onboarding new custodial staff;
• Reviews, submits, and monitors work order requests for assigned site and regularly meets with administrators to review work orders;
• Responds to accidents or potential safety hazards such as spills, restroom problems, and student illnesses;
• Performs minor maintenance tasks;
• Refinishes or restores resilient floor tile as required by mechanical stripping, sealing, finishing, buffing/burnishing, scrubbing and recoating;
• Maintains carpet by machine extraction, spotting and bonnet cleaning;
• Maintains building perimeter by performing sweeping walks, mowing grass, weeding flower beds, trimming shrubbery, and shoveling snow;
• Monitors Floating Custodians’ performance and provides feedback to Custodial Zone Manager and Assistant Director for Custodial Services;
• Designation as Essential Personnel requires employees to report to their job site during emergencies, such as snow, inclement weather, or other emergencies. May be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies, including weather and other building emergencies;
• Performs other duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must be able to follow oral and written directions, work independently, and work in a team setting. Must have general knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment, including use of heavy commercial cleaning equipment such as high-powered buffers and scrubbers. Considerable knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service, setting and meeting quality standards for services, and evaluating customer satisfaction. Knowledge of occupational hazards, safety precautions and safety regulations related to equipment operation, hazardous materials, and other work-related precautions.

Education And Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school, with two years of custodial or janitorial experience and a minimum of one year supervisory or team lead experience. ACPS Custodial Certification may substitute for supervisory experience. Special requirements: satisfactory health condition, negative drug screening and tuberculin test, valid driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, depending on assignment.

Physical Conditions And Nature Of Work Contacts

Work is typically performed walking or standing. Must be able to lift objects weighing up to 10 pounds continuously, 10–25 pounds frequently, and up to 75 pounds occasionally. May be exposed to inclement weather, adverse driving conditions, and hazardous substances. Custodians are in daily contact with teachers, students, administrators, the public and other personnel. The ability to coordinate work activity, handle complaints, express a service-oriented attitude and get along with others is essential.

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated on ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.