Lead Custodian - Metzger MS

Title

Lead Custodian

Department

Middle School Campus

Reports To

Custodial Supervisor

Compensation

ACP 205

Days

260

Revised: 06/06/2024

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

Coordinate the routine cleaning and maintenance procedures necessary to maintain a high standard of safety security cleanliness and efficiency of the building operations and grounds and monitor the performance and deficiencies of custodial staff

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Certification Requirements

• High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred
• Candidate must have satisfactory outcome of fingerprinting background check

Special Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of plant operations cleaning methods and procedures minor repairs security heating and ventilation and grounds maintenance
• Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning maintenance and safety procedures
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

Experience:

• Minimum of two (2) years in custodial services
• Supervisory ability or Supervisory experience

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.)

• Work closely with custodial staff to train them in the proper use of materials and equipment
• Establish procedures for locking checking and safe guarding facilities
• Oversee when requested the physical arrangements for school rental dances and other extracurricular activities.
• Upon request of the administration proposes shift schedules and informs the administration when replacement or extra help is required
• Keep the principal and designee informed of defective or unsafe plant conditions.
• Make minor repairs when requested within his/her resources and any necessary adjustments to plant equipment and fixtures
• Work with school administrators on submission of work orders on maintenance repairs and conduct follow-up to insure timely completions
• When requested by the school administration will develop daily work schedules for campus custodians
• Attend custodial in-service when requested
• Handle emergencies and perform other assignments directed by the principal or designee
• May be required to do some touch up painting
• Implement and maintain established cleaning schedule that will include cleaning of floors chalkboards wastebaskets windows furniture equipment and restrooms
• Keep school building and grounds including sidewalks driveways parking lots and play areas neat and clean
• Keeps light bulbs and tubes replaced
• Comply with local law and procedures for storage and disposal of trash
• Punctual and dependable
• Perform other duties as assigned based on department needs
• Must complete designated district technology proficiencies each year
• Requires a basic knowledge of technology/computer skills
• Ability to use personal computer to access district programs emails and other resources
• Maintain a consistent professional demeanor and appearance
• Ensure compliance with the Texas Educators Code of Ethics
• Daily attendance and punctuality at work are essential functions of the job

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Monitor and direct the work of custodians

Equipment Used:

• Office equipment personal computer printer calculator multi-line telephone software programs and peripherals copier fax and other equipment applicable to position
• Communication equipment radio communication equipment cellular telephone
• Buffer stripper wet and dry vacuum cleaner electric drill hand tools shampooer

Mental Demands:

• Ability to read concentrate communicate (verbally and written) interpret reason understand verbal instructions memorize coordinate compile compute
• Work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress

Physical Demands:

• Frequent: Sitting standing walking climbing stairs ladders and/or ramps using a scissor lift balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling pulling pushing reaching repetitive hand motions hearing speaking clearly visual acuity distinguishing colors driving traveling
• Occasional: Lifting heavy 45 pounds or more

Environmental Factors:

• Frequent exposure to: temperature extremes (hot and cold) humidity extremes noise low or intense illumination vibration
• Occasional exposure to: biological hazards (communicable diseases bacteria insects mold fungi etc.)
• Work outside work around moving objects or vehicles work on uneven surfaces
• Work alone work prolonged or irregular hours

Nondiscrimination Statement:

The Judson School District considers applicants for all positions without regard to race color national origin age religion sex marital or veteran status the presence of a medical condition disability or any other legally protected status.