Job Description

Title:   LEAD CUSTODIAN - ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL

Position Type: Non-Exempt

Primary Function:

This is a working level position that receives supervision from the head custodian. In addition to the duties performed at the custodian level, the Lead Custodian is responsible to lead and direct the work of other custodians. In the absence of the Head Custodian, the Lead Custodian supervises all assigned custodial workers and does related work required to lead and participate in the custodial and maintenance work of maintaining assigned buildings and grounds in a clean, attractive, and healthy condition.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which would provide the acceptable knowledge, skills, and abilities, as evidenced in the following essential job functions.
• ISSA CMI Advance Custodial Technician Certification and or industry equivalent is desired.
• Previous supervisory experience is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge in the operating principles of and procedures for the following school building systems: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; security alarm; fire alarm; lighting; firefighting equipment.
• Knowledge of building cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Sufficient strength, agility, and dexterity and oral and written communication skills and reading skills required to perform all performance responsibilities.
• Ability to maintain good records of cleaning materials and proper use of each.
• Ability to follow and give simple directions orally and in writing; ability to supervise others.
• Ability to work out of doors in a variety of temperatures and climate conditions.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Coordinates the duties of the custodial staff and performs cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Maintains all areas of the building and grounds as required for proper care and cleanliness.
• Reports all needed repairs or equipment failure.
• Orders cleaning supplies and keeps accurate supply records.
• Operates the building's heating, lighting, ventilation, and electrical controls; security and fire alarm systems as required; performs minor maintenance on building and furniture.
• Responsible for preparing the facility (before/after) sporting events or other school activities and functions as required.
• Secures building at the end of shift.
• Trains custodial members.
• Helps delivery people with unloading supplies, as necessary.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Can climb a ladder and lift up to 60 pounds from the ground and 35 pounds above the head.
• Can stand for extended periods of time.
• Can understand and follow written and verbal instruction.
• Exhibits the manual dexterity and mental alertness needed to operate tool and/or other equipment.

In the event of severe weather conditions or emergency situations, the School Division may suspend normal operations and/or cancel classes. If this occurs, all employees deemed essential must remain at or report to their work as soon as conditions reasonably permit. The designation of essential depends on an employee’s duties as well as the circumstances for suspension of normal operations.

Reports to:

Head Custodian, Custodial Services Area Supervisor and Manager of Custodial Services

Terms of Employment:

Twelve months a year. Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.

Evaluation:

Performance on this job will be evaluated in accordance with school board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of non-licensed personnel.

4/30/2024