Night Lead Custodian (25-26 SY) – Elementary School - Facilities

Irving ISD; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution is seeking a Night Lead Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety in an elementary school. The ideal candidate will supervise custodial staff and perform light maintenance tasks. A High School Diploma or equivalent is required, with prior experience in custodial services preferred. Strong communication skills in English are necessary, and bilingual Spanish is a plus. This is a full-time position with responsibilities extending to supervising maintenance procedures.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and understand safety procedures.
• Experience with custodial services preferred.
• Ability to maintain a high standard of safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Supervise custodial staff and ensure daily cleaning of buildings and grounds.
• Inspect buildings and report maintenance needs.
• Assist in maintaining inventory of cleaning supplies.

Skills

Ability to read and understand cleaning instructions

Aptitude for task completion

Ability to coordinate personnel

Knowledge of school housekeeping and repair techniques

Ability to operate cleaning equipment

Ability to speak, read and write English

Bilingual in Spanish, preferred

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Carpentry, plumbing, electrical and hand tools

Buffer

Wet/dry vacuum cleaner

Shampooer

Job description

Overview

Night Lead Custodian (25-26 SY) – Elementary School

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Primary Purpose

Ensure building and grounds are cleaned by using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: High School Diploma
• GED Or 3-4 Years Of Experience Required

• Special Knowledge/Skills:
  • Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
  • Aptitude for successful completion of tasks
  • Demonstrated ability to coordinate personnel to accomplish tasks
  • Broad knowledge of school housekeeping and minor repair techniques
  • Ability to operate and train in cleaning equipment and the proper use of cleaning supplies
  • Ability to speak, read and write English
  • Bilingual Spanish, preferred

• Experience: Six months custodial services experience, preferred

Major Responsibilities And Duties

• Custodial Management: Work cooperatively with principals and supervisors to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations.
• Daily coordinate and plan with the Custodian Building Manager to determine building needs.
• Supervise custodial staff and ensure daily cleaning of buildings and grounds.
• Provide training and orientation to custodians related to cleaning procedures and the safe and proper use of chemicals and equipment.
• Maintenance and Inspection: Inspect buildings for graffiti; broken/cracked windows; damaged exterior doors; cracked/loose bricks; plugged down spouts; and foundation concerns. Report, repair, and/or clean as appropriate.
• Inspect building interior and gym for damaged, missing, or broken hardware, partitions, ceiling tiles, structural ceiling, floor, wall tile, entrance doors, carpet or floor tile, cabinet hinges, boards, and closet doors. Report, repair, and/or clean as appropriate.
• Assist in performing preventive maintenance to ensure comfort, health, and safety for students and staff.
• Assist in maintaining a cleaning supplies and equipment inventory and request supplies as needed.

Other

• Respond in a timely manner when contacted regarding urgent situations or emergencies (during or outside of normal business hours).
• In the absence of the Building Manager, assume manager duties and work schedule.
• Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible behavior; serve as a role model for staff, students, and public.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety

• Assist with opening and closing building as assigned, check that exit doors are open and panic bolts are working properly during hours of 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 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.
• Contribute to the prevention of accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, wearing PPE as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in ongoing safety improvements.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and assist in the performance evaluation of Custodians.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

• Tools/Equipment Used: Carpentry, plumbing, electrical and hand tools; buffer, stripper, wet/dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, cleaning chemicals
• Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladder, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, overhead reaching
• Lifting: Up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance, daily
• Visual: Depth perception; color distinction
• Environment: Work indoors/outdoors, slippery or uneven surfaces; exposure to heat, cold, humidity, electrical hazards, dust, chemicals, noise, vibration; working around moving objects and vehicles, ladders, scaffolding, pallet jacks, lift equipment; occasional irregular or prolonged hours
• Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The information in this document is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.