Lead Custodian

Campus: To Be Assigned (Elementaries, James H. Baker Sixth Grade Campus and Junior Highs) 

Responsibilities

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations. Serves as the campus level working supervisor and department liaison. 

Job Qualifications   

• GED/High School Diploma (preferred)
• Ability to read, write, and understand written and verbal instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Must be able to pass test of skill and mechanical aptitude for detecting equipment malfunctions
• Valid Texas Driver’s license; insurable by district’s insurance carrier

Required Experience

Two years in a custodial work environment with school and supervisory experience preferred.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Assist in the assignment, scheduling and training of the campus custodial staff as assigned.
2. Monitor the time records of all custodial staff on the campus and certify records for salary payment.
3. Evaluate the performance of the assigned custodial staff on a scheduled basis.
4. Schedule and conduct meetings with custodians for purposes of training, retraining, and leadership.
5. Tour the campus on a daily basis and confer with the supervisor of maintenance or his/her designee regarding work schedules and procedures.
6. Perform inspections that are established as an integral part of the operational program.
7. Direct and control established schedules and procedures for the cleanliness and maintenance of all areas in the facility.
8. Exhibit professionalism and courtesy to fellow workers, other department members, teachers, students, and parents.
9. Direct and control the priorities of the custodial staff workload on the campus.
10. Maintain the inventory of supplies and equipment and orders supplies from district warehouse as needed.
11. Promote the personal safety, safety procedures and safe working environment for all employees.
12. Supervise the summer and holiday cleaning programs and projects on the campus.
13. Respond to emergency situations that are observed or requested.
14. Maintain equipment assigned to campus and request repairs when needed.
15. Initiate work orders for needed campus maintenance items.
16. Supervises the physical security of the assigned building(s) in regards to locking and unlocking the facility.
17. Maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized campus work environment.
18. Perform all other duties as assigned by the custodial supervisor.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

            Monitor the work of and assign work duties to building custodians.

MENTAL DEMANDS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Tools/Equipment Used: Twenty-inch (20”) rotos, automatic floor machines, carpet extractors, commercial vacuums, wet/dry vacuums, 24-and32- ounce wet mops, large wringers and other necessary equipment and tools, products and supplies.

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 required up to forty-five (45) pounds unassisted frequently

Environment: Work is both outside and inside; exposure to hot and cold temperatures; exposure to dust, toxic chemicals, and materials; slippery or uneven walking surfaces; work on ladders required; may work alone

Mental Demands: Reading, writing, and understanding written and verbal instructions

Other Information 

The district contributes $400/monthly to the cost of "employee-only" health insurance, which is $175/monthly greater than the state required amount of $225/monthly.

Assignment Days                        250 

Pay Grade                                  Manual Trades, PG2

Salary based on experience.