Head Custodian

Essential Job Functions

• Takes building ownership and is proactive in meeting all facility, department and programming needs.
• Effective communication and support of Principal's requests for all programming and operational needs.
• Provides leadership, trains and schedules all custodial and maintenance assignments.
• Supervises the correct, efficient and proper use of custodial chemical supplies. Maintains and inventories stock to ensure availability of all supplies.
• Maintains employee records of staffing hours, overtime, absences, and other disciplinary issues as required.
• Provides accurate employee evaluations to the Director of Buildings & Grounds and Principal.
• Establishes and implements a preventive maintenance plan for building facilities, equipment, and mechanical systems.
• Strong support and participation in the district''s Energy Education program.
• Is responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of the building, grounds and equipment.
• Maintains the heating, ventilating, plumbing, lighting systems, lawns, sports fields, and play areas with available resources.
• Keeps all storage and mechanical areas in organized, neat, clean, and safe condition.
• Work with local and state agencies on environmental, fire, and safety code issues pertaining to their facility.
• Advises the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor of repair and maintenance action required for facilities and equipment.
• Works with the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor in developing the site maintenance and operations budget.
• Works with the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor in establishing and prioritizing appropriate construction services projects to meet short/long range facility needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Buildings & Grounds Supervisor or building Principal.
• Shows initiative and demonstrates courteous and professional conduct in performing all tasks.
• Works additional hours as needed to cover events or school needs

Must be capable of, on a continuous basis, standing, walking, stair climbing, reaching, handling and gripping without difficulty; repetitive movement of both hands and arms. Must be capable of, on a frequent basis, bending, stooping, pushing or pulling heavy objects; lifting and carrying objects weighing 80 lbs. Must be capable of, on an occasional basis, climbing ladders, driving a light truck or equipment, or working at heights to 30 feet above the ground.