Head Custodian Pool

Primary Purpose:

Supervise the campus custodial operations. Help and direct routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds as directed by the Environmental Coordinator and campus principal. Document work schedules and work requests using Maintenance Management System.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED equivalent (Recognized by the Texas Education Agency or regional accrediting agency)

Shall be subject to testing for use of alcohol or controlled substance that violate law or federal regulations

Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check. Non-refundable fee (approximately $50.00) paid by employee.

Required Experience:

Two (2) years experience in supervising custodial services

Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to read and understand instructions in English for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures using the Maintenance Management System
• Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
• Ability to communicate effectively with personnel at his or her campus
• Ability to use personal computer and smart phone
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to manage custodial supply inventory
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to change lighting and ceiling tile

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required)

Professionalism

The Educators' Code of Ethics is set forth in Texas Administrative Code to provide rules for standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, professional colleagues, school officials, parents, and members of the community.

• Rule §247.1 Purpose and Scope; Definitions
• Rule §247.2 Code of Ethics and Standard Practices for Texas Educators

Organization Management

The Head Custodian manages administrative, fiscal, and facilities functions responsibly through activities such as the following:

• Direct, monitor, and document the work of custodians at assigned campus.
• Help establish and administer the campus custodial supplies.
• Help screen, select, evaluate, and train custodians.
• Inspect district buildings and facilities and initiate cleaning and repairs as needed.
• Maintain school keys on person at all times.
• Make assignment changes and arrange for substitute custodians as needed.
• Make assignment changes as needed and document using the Maintenance Management System.
• Coordinate the moving and delivery of district furniture, books, inventory, etc.
• Direct and assist in setting up facilities for special events.
• Schedule and supervise summer custodial projects, including cleaning and refinishing floors.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.
• Order equipment and supplies and maintain accurate records.
• Move furniture or equipment on campus as directed by Environmental Coordinator/campus principal.
• Notify maintenance department of emergency problems and/or repairs.
• Oversee procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
• Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Nightly, ensure that exit doors are locked and security system is armed.

Organization Improvement

The Head Custodian promotes efforts to improve the school or organization through activities such as the following:

• Implement and maintain established cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors, whiteboards, wastebaskets, air vents and returns, windows, furniture, equipment and restrooms, etc.
• Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair need to the maintenance department using the Maintenance Management System.
• Keep school building and grounds, including but not limited to sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency and maintain documentation.
• Test and recommend custodial supplies and equipment to be used.
• Prepare, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for custodial equipment.
• Conduct annual inventory of physical equipment and supplies.
• Recommend replacement of existing equipment.

Professional Growth and Development

The Head Custodian provides leadership in professional growth and development through activities such as the following:

• Provide training, orientation, and documentation to all custodians in cleaning procedures and proper use of chemicals and equipment.
• Attend meetings and professional development as required.

Qualities of an Effective Head Custodian

The Head Custodian exhibits qualities such as the following:

• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Commitment to working well with others and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers, supervisors, school personnel, and the public.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and report any conditions that are not correctable to supervisor immediately.
• Follow guidelines and instructions established by the Environmental Coordinator/campus principal.
• Shall comply with District policies, as well as state and federal laws and regulations.
• Shall comply with the standards of conduct as set out in Board Policy DH (Legal) and (Local) and with any other policies, regulations, and guidelines that impose duties, requirements, or standards.
• Accepts responsibility for the efficient operation of the department/area.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct the work of all custodians on campus.

Equipment:

Buffer, scrubbers, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, ladders, lifts, electric drill and hand tools, shampooer, mop, broom, computer, telephone, fire extinguisher, two-way radio, and other equipment associated with the position.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Work prolonged or irregular and extended work hours to include holidays and weekends.
• Able to respond effectively and appropriately with emergency situations and after-hours emergency calls as needed.
• Work with frequent interruptions.
• Strenuous walking, standing, climbing, pulling pushing, reaching, heavy lifting and carrying.
• Work outside and inside, on slippery and uneven walking surfaces, and ladders.
• Exposure to: temperature extremes, humidity extremes, noise, low or intense illumination, vibration, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, and biological hazards.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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