Night Custodial Lead & Facilities Supervisor

Rochester; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Rochester Public Schools in Rochester, MN is seeking a Custodial Night Lead to supervise custodial staff and ensure building safety and cleanliness. The role requires working 2:30 p.m.

to 11:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and coordinating with the Facilities team to maintain daily upkeep and respond to incidents. Applicants should have a Minnesota Driver’s License, a high school diploma or GED, and a boiler license.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years custodial leadership experience in a school setting.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with cleaning methods and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead custodial staff; supervise building operations during night shift.
• Coordinate training and assign duties with Facilities team.
• Ensure security and safety; report incidents to supervisors.
• Operate cleaning and snow-removal equipment as needed.
• Maintain inventory and supervise event setups.

Skills

Custodial leadership

Communication skills

Team management

Equipment operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Auto scrubber

Pressure washer

Genie lift

Kaivac

Job description

WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, year-round position;8 hours per day; 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

WORK CALENDAR:260 duty days per year

Click link to review the2026-2027 260 Day Calendar

CLASSIFICATION: B-2-3

Click link to review the2024-2026 Maintenance Contractcontaining salary schedule.

Hiring Manager:Jim Allhiser, Facilities Assistant Manager

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4270 or [e-mail]

Essential Functions:

• Complies with all School District and OSHA policies.
• The Custodial Night Lead assumes charge of the building when the Custodian Lead VI is not on site.
• Assist Facilities Manager in scheduling and training of staff as needed or directed.
• Provides and assigns additional work direction and assistance to custodial staff as approved by Assistant Facilities Manager or the Custodian Lead VI.
• Completes all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment performs janitorial duties.
• Ensures building and property is secure during shift and reports incidents and hazardous conditions to Assistant Facilities Manager and Building Principal.
• Operates motorized equipment used for cleaning and snow removal.
• Removal of snow/ice and application of snow melt around the building to insure safety.
• Maintains inventory for cleaning supplies/equipment and informs Custodian Lead VI when items are needed.
• Provides instructions for nightly special event set ups and assigns appropriate coverage with the Custodian Lead VI’s prior approval.
• Performs a variety of cleaning and semi-skilled duties which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, washing tables, windows, bathrooms, dusting, waxing, stripping floors, moving heavy furniture, etc.
• Moves up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations.
• Erect and stand on scaffolding, ladders, and platform lifts, at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
• Performs essential maintenance to the facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: reaching, crouching; kneeling; shoveling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
• Works under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, Assistant Facilities Manager, Building Principal and the Chief Operations Officer.
• Performs other duties within the level of responsibility assigned by the Assistant Facilities Manager.

License Requirement:

• Minnesota Driver’s License
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Special boiler’s license required.

Required Skills:

• 3-5 years custodial leadership experience in a school setting.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively with others and utilize effective team-building skills
• Experience and knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
• Basic understanding of the upkeep, care and safe operation of motorized equipment used for cleaning i.e. auto scrubber, buffer, snow blower, genie lift, pressure washer, extractors, sweeper, Kaivac, etc.
• Able and willing to use a backpack vacuum for cleaning is required.
• Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning with supervisors.

Commitment to Equity:

Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve.We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.

https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement

Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions

Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.

District Information:To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visitwww.rochesterschools.org.

All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.