Maintenance Head Custodian

Amarillo Independent School District; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Amarillo Independent School District is seeking a Maintenance Head Custodian in Amarillo, TX. The role focuses on keeping school campuses clean, safe, and well-maintained, with leadership responsibilities for campus custodial staff.

The incumbent will coordinate schedules, manage supplies, and support cafeteria setups and special events while following district safety protocols and policies. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, with strong leadership and communication skills

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred or equivalent.
• Leadership to direct staff and ensure completion of custodial tasks.
• Read and understand cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures.
• Basic math for chemical dilution and inventory tasks.
• Communicate clearly with staff about requirements and safety.

Responsibilities

• Supervise campus custodial staff in daily duties.
• Coordinate with district custodial and staff at campus.
• Maintain cleaning schedule for floors, boards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, restrooms.
• Keep buildings and grounds neat and clean (including sidewalks and parking).
• Ensure proper storage/disposal of trash per policies.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and request additions as needed.
• Assist with lunchroom setup and cafeteria cleaning during and after meals.
• Move furniture or equipment as directed by principal.
• Prepare facilities for events and manage opening/closing procedures.
• Verify clock-in procedures and safety compliance.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Reading & writing

Basic computer skills

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Buffer

Stripper

Wet vacuum

Dry vacuum

Electric drill

Hand tools

Job description

Maintenance Head Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 1835872
Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Jul 21, 2015 5:00 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Open Until Filled

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Perform all Custodial cleanliness tasks and to insure a safe, clean, healthy school campus.

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

Read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

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 heavyforce (50 lbs or greater)

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure toextreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; exposure to high noise levels;regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours

Mental Demands: Freqnet cahnges 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:

• Supervise all campus custodial staff in their performance of all daily assigned Custodial maintenance duties in assigned work areas and perform all individual assigned duties.
• Work closely with District Custodial and any other Amarillo ISD staff at assigned campus
• Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and request additional supplies as needed.
• Organize and assist with lunchroom set up, including arranging tables and chairs.
• Responsible for cleaning the cafeteria both during and after breakfast run. Picking up trash and mopping spills in all classrooms designated as Breakfast in Classroom (BIC).
• Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
• Organize and set up facilities for special events.
• Understand, verify and approve individual clock in procedures.
• 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.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local policies and state and federal statutes including the Educator Code of Ethics.
• Perform such other tasks and accepts such other responsibilities as may be assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assigned Custodial Staff

EVALUATION: In accordance with state law and District policy.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $14.31 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

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