Maintenance Asst. Head Custodian

Amarillo Independent School District; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo Independent School District is seeking a Maintenance Asst. Head Custodian to supervise evening custodial staff and help maintain district facilities in Amarillo, Texas. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and efficient building operations across campuses.

Primary duties include scheduling cleaning tasks, ensuring door security, and coordinating with district staff. Strong leadership, basic computer skills, and physical stamina are important for success in this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Leadership skills to direct other employees to complete custodial tasks.
• Read and understand cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer skills for district software, time sheets, and work orders.
• Communicate requirements clearly to staff and supervisors.
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and facilities maintenance.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
• Basic math for chemical dilution calculations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise evening custodial staff and oversee daily duties.
• Maintain cleaning schedules for floors, windows, and restrooms.
• Keep buildings and grounds neat; manage sidewalks, parking, and play areas.
• Follow safety procedures and report unsafe conditions to supervisor.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Organize facilities for special events and assist with opening/closing.
• Assist with inventory of supplies and ordering as needed.

Skills

Leadership skills

Basic computer skills

Communication skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Repair knowledge

Building & grounds maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Buffer

Stripper

Wet/dry vacuum cleaner

Electric drill

Hand tools

Job description

Maintenance Asst. Head Custodian

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Job Details

• Job ID: 1907904
• Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
• Posted: Aug 11, 2015 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Clean and maintain district facilities using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds. Perform tasks as assigned to assist in all District performance goals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Education/Certification: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Special Knowledge/Skills: Leadership skills to effectively give direction to other employees to insure the completion of all assigned custodial tasks
• Read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Basic computer skills- understanding District software, approving employee time sheets, submitting work orders and ordering custodial Supplies
• Communicate verbally and in writing to other staff concerning requirements of the job and other information important to the job
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Basic understanding of addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to know the proper dilution of chemicals

Work Conditions:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Including but not limited to buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, electric drill, hand tools
• Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching
• Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis; occasional exertion of a heavy force (50 lbs or greater)
• Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; exposure to high noise levels; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Frequent changes in task; maintain emotional control under stress
• Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience: Custodial experience desired but not required

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Assist in supervising evening custodial staff in their performance of all daily assigned Custodial maintenance duties in assigned work areas and perform all individual assigned duties.
2. Work closely with District Custodial and any other Amarillo ISD staff at assigned campus.
3. Assist in maintaining a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
4. Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
5. Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
6. Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
7. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by Custodial Chain of Command.
8. Organize and set up facilities for special events.
9. Assist with opening and closing building each school day checking to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
10. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
11. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
12. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
13. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
14. Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
15. Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assigned Custodial Staff

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $13.48 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Petra Montes , HR Specialist
• EDUCATION SUPPORT CENTER
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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