Head Custodian - Elementary​/Middle​/Alternative

Essential Functions

• Work cooperatively with campus administration to establish and follow routine cleaning schedules; perform routine cleaning duties as part of the custodial team.
• Implement and maintain established schedules and procedures for routine custodial care, maintenance and repairs of campus facilities; arrange for substitute custodians as needed.
• Conduct regular inspections of campus buildings and facilities; oversee HVAC systems to regulate temperatures and ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity.
• Perform minor maintenance including painting, grease trap cleaning, mounting classroom instructional boards, and projection equipment; monitor boiler room cleanliness and report malfunctions; identify and correct unsafe conditions and report major repair needs.
• Direct and assist with cleaning and refinishing of floors, moving furniture, books, inventory, and set up of facilities for school events.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately; oversee procedures for securing and safeguarding facilities; check daily to ensure all exit doors are open and working properly during building occupancy.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties and provide training and orientation to assigned custodial staff on proper and safe use of tools, equipment and chemicals; comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and chemicals.
• Process maintenance requests and order equipment and supplies through established procedures; maintain accurate records of inventory; conduct annual inventory of physical equipment and supplies and recommend replacement as needed; monitor campus custodial budget.
• Direct and monitor the work of custodial staff at campus and provide input for annual performance appraisals; participate in selection of staff and training to improve job performance and technical expertise.
• Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.

• Make routine decisions under supervision of campus administration in accordance with established priorities and procedures; perform routine functions.
• Maintain accurate time sheets and have them approved by principal or designee. Demonstrate punctuality, reliability, integrity, cooperation and efficient use of time in the performance of assigned duties.
• Participate in professional development activities/training as required by the district/department.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support the goals of the district/department and follow district policies and procedures.
• Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.

High school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED). Three (3) years verifiable experience in custodial services including one (1) year supervisory experience. Ability to read, write, understand and speak English. Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety procedures. Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building maintenance. Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment. Must possess a valid Texas or New Mexico driver’s license;

be insurable by the district auto liability insurance carrier; subject to the district drug and alcohol testing policy and regulation.

Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds frequently, 20-50 pounds occasionally, more than 50 pounds infrequently and with assistance; ability to climb ladders unassisted up to 8 feet unassisted and higher with assistance; work under all weather conditions; extended periods of walking, standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping and lifting; ability to work with potentially hazardous materials in a safe manner and safely perform required duties in potentially hazardous environments;

must be adaptable to work a shift schedule and/or hours other than regularly assigned; must be able to respond to after-hours emergencies.