Custodian Head Elementary- Eyestone Elementary

Information specific to this position: 

Pay Range: $21.20 - $23.74  (min – 12% above min)/hr*

Hours/day: 8

Work calendar days: 260

Duration of position: Ongoing

Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, as well as other optional benefit elections.

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SUMMARY:

Responsible for management and maintenance of an elementary school or small school facility to ensure a clean and safe environment for students, staff and public. Train, supervise and evaluate a team of approximately 2 custodians. Maintain a budget for supplies, coordinate work order requests and monitor activity scheduling system. Meet with school principal to determine school custodial needs. Secure facility at all times to ensure a safe school and working environment. Provide high level customer service for school events and community activities.

JOB TASKS:

1. Perform custodial duties such as cleaning, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, polishing and trash removal of classrooms, offices, cafeterias, computer labs, break rooms, bathrooms, locker rooms, hallways, entryways, gymnasiums, weight rooms and other areas of a facility including exterior grounds. 

2. Assist with student supervision in common areas of the building and grounds. Oversee lunchroom duties, including cleaning and assisting students during breakfast and lunch. Guide students and staff in the care and use of the facility. 

3. Interact with and assist students, staff, visitors and groups during and after regular school hours to ensure needs are met regarding building use. Maintain a database of school-related activities and building rentals. Receive, document, and coordinate building permits. Coordinate with school staff and Customer Support Center to ensure proper coverage and equipment needs for events. Maintain schedule of custodial coverage for activities that occur outside normal working hours. Respond to requests, last-minute needs, unscheduled events, changes, etc. regarding building use. Move and set up furniture and equipment as requested. 

4. Train, supervise and evaluate up to 2 custodians and communicate with Custodial Department supervisors regarding performance of custodial staff, site issues, equipment needs, etc. Motivate a diverse custodial staff to maintain a positive working environment and high quality work. Collaborate with night lead custodian to resolve issues, schedule work, plan projects, inspect building and coordinate building activity needs. 

5. Check building systems including alarms, heating systems, lighting systems, boiler rooms and fire extinguishers. Perform building checks during inclement weather. Coordinate, report and follow-up with other District departments and school staff regarding building maintenance, safety and repairs. Perform minor maintenance and repairs to building, furniture, and equipment, including custodial equipment. Schedule and provide locker maintenance and combination changes. 

6. Manage building custodial budget, including inventory and ordering of custodial supplies. Deliver supplies throughout building.

7. Monitor and inspect the building and grounds for cleanliness and safety. Maintain inventory of custodial chemicals and Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Ensure proper use, identification, mixture and application of chemicals, including the requirements and use of Safety Data Sheets (SDS). Work with Health and Fire Departments to ensure code compliance. 

8. Secure facility by locking doors, windows, and setting alarms. Coordinate the opening and closing of building and monitor building security throughout shift. 

9. Remove snow and ice from sidewalks as needed to ensure safe egress to and from the building. 

10. Comply with energy conservation procedures as outlined in the Sustainable Management System 

11. Attend work and arrive in a timely manner. 

12. Perform special cleaning and assist with renovation projects. Operate large cleaning equipment and assist with floor maintenance and restoration as needed. 

13. Respond as essential personnel in case of an emergency, weather or environmental event, and/or school/facility/district closure. 

14. Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma or completion of G.E.D. 
• Two years of experience as a custodian 
• One to two years of experience in a supervisory or lead custodial position preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.
• Ability to successfully complete a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination

Questions regarding this posting can be directed to talent@psdschools.org