Head Custodian II Eastern Elementary School

Head Custodian II Eastern Elementary School JobID: 15208 Position Type: Maintenance and Operations/Head Custodian IIDate Posted: 10/9/2026Location: Eastern Elementary School Closing Date: 10/15/2026 Additional Information: Show/HideHead Custodian IIEastern Elementary SchoolGrade 8 of the ESP Salary Scale ($21.60 - $39.08)8 Hours/Day, 12-Month Work YearReports to Facilities Operations ManagerEmployee Benefits SummaryRole Overview - A Head Custodian II is responsible for the care of a large elementary school's physical facilities. This includes all the buildings and grounds associated with the school. A Head Custodian II works the day shift andsupervises the work of other custodians.Minimum RequirementsHigh school diploma/GED.Mechanical aptitude.Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.Minimum two (2) years' experience in the field of commercial cleaning and building maintenance.Minimum two (2) years' experience working with and supervising other employees.Knowledge of tools and equipment to perform minor maintenance and operations duties including the assembling of furniture.Ability to use computer systems to perform work functions including but not limited to ordering supplies, enter work orders, receive and send e-mails.Willingness to participate in in-service training programs.Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position.Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. Preferred QualificationsAbility to diagnose minor issues within a school system's plumbing, mechanical, and school equipment. Role ResponsibilitiesMaintain the physical plant of a large elementary school.All phases of interior cleaning by using hand and machine tools.Acquire and develop knowledge of the school's mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.Develop proficiency in the function, use, and care of all emergency lighting, fire protection and security systems.Perform and direct all phases of grounds-keeping including necessary snow removal.Make minor repairs to equipment and buildings.Make monthly safety checks of the entire facility.Order supplies and maintain a proper inventory of supplies and equipment.Maintain and operate all types of mechanical equipment.Provide required services to the athletic facilities and programs.Assist the principal and other professional staff with co-curricular and extracurricular activities as appropriate.Provide custodial services to groups using schools after hours and on non-school days.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Train and provide proper orientation in methods and use of cleaning materials and equipment to new custodians assigned to the school.Coordinate second shift staff assignments.Develop a summer cleaning program to provide complete cleaning during the summer months.Keep employees advised of BOE policies and practices, providing interpretation and explanation's where necessary.Review and evaluate performance of staff monthly and determine necessary adjustments to maintain a process for improvement.Provide sufficient managerial training for the Lead Custodian.Demonstrate courteous and professional demeanor to all stakeholders of Washington County Public Schools.Other duties as may be assigned.Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental RequirementsThe Environmental Factors and Physical/Mental demands represent those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to sufficiently and efficiently move throughout the building and grounds for extended periods.Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with others as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, and hear.Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.Ability to move, raise, lower, and carry objects up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.Must be able to operate powered equipment.Must be able to bend, crouch, stoop, reach, walk stairs, climb, and shovel.Will be subjected to loud noises, dusts, fumes, and hot and cold outdoor temperatures.