Head Custodian II

Head Custodian II

Salary

$90,597.00 Annually

Location

888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Board of Education

Division

Buildings and Grounds-BOE Facilities City

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

CUS

• Description
• Benefits

JOB SUMMARY

Under the general direction of a superior, performs supervisory work in the cleaning and maintenance of a large school or City-owned facility or building. Has immediate responsibility for the large public schools or City-owned facilities or buildings, having the more complex operational maintenance problems, supervises, directs and participates in the work of subordinate custodial personnel; does related work as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs related duties as required.
• Makes regular inspection of buildings and grounds to maintain proper cleaning and maintenance schedules.
• Assigns cleaning and maintenance work schedules for day and evening shifts of all subordinate custodial personnel.
• Makes recommendations to superior for improvements, and new equipment purchases.
• Trains new employees in basic duties and methods of custodial work.
• Insures that buildings are heated, cleaned, locked and unlocked for day or evening activities.
• Attends staff meetings to provide and receive information from superiors; coordinates changes in work schedules with administrative personnel.
• Keeps records of supplies and equipment required for the daily operation of the school/facility building.
• Keeps records and makes reports of all activities in and around assigned building complex.
• Assists in cleaning and maintenance activities which pertain to custodial staff, giving special attention to the more complex problems involved with particular repairs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Thorough knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles of fire safety and systems involved in the care and protection of buildings.
• Ability to make general maintenance repairs.
• Ability to supervise, direct the work of subordinates.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of A.H.E.R.A. State mandated asbestos management plan; procedures for monitoring of potential asbestos material with school facilities.
• Knowledge of State mandated "Right to Know Law and Hazardous Communications Act" for compliance by maintaining records and proper handling of chemicals and/or hazardous cleaning supplies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Promotional: Two (2) years' experience as a Head Custodian I with the City of Stamford.

Scope of examination: There will be a written examination weighted at 100% and will test for knowledge skills and abilities outlined in the job description.

The City of Stamford offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; health, vision, dental, defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plans, free term life insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter benefits. Sick bank and tuition reimbursement as well as training from the City of Stamford Training Institute.

Specific information regarding benefits are outlined in each Collective Bargaining Agreement or in the Pay Plan Document for pay plan employees.

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If the position is a seasonal/temporary position, it is not eligible for union benefits.

Employer City of Stamford

Address 888 Washington Blvd.

P.O. Box 10152

Stamford, Connecticut, 06904-2152

Phone 203-977-4070

Website http://www.stamfordct.gov