Job Title: Custodial Services Supervisor

Exemption Status/Test: Exempt/Executive*

Reports to: Superintendent

Date Revised: August 2024

Dept./School: Maintenance

Primary Purpose:

Direct and manage custodial services for all district facilities. Establish cleaning schedules and procedures to maintain a high standard of safety cleanliness and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High school diploma or GED

Preferred experience in an educational setting or equivalent

AND

Clear and valid Texas drivers license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of routine custodial practices and methods

Knowledge of equipment chemicals and materials used in cleaning processes

Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance

Ability to manage personnel

Effective planning and organizational skills

Experience:

Preferred 2 years of experience in custodial services/educational setting

Preferred 1 year of supervisory experience

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Custodial Management

1. Work cooperatively with principals and directors to ensure a high standard of safety cleanliness and efficiency of building operations.
2. Establish and oversee work schedules and procedures for the regular custodial care of all district facilities and special custodial projects. Make work assignments and arrange for substitute custodians as needed.
3. Inspect all district buildings and facilities and schedule cleaning and repairs as needed.
4. Provide training and orientation to all custodians related to cleaning procedures and the safe and proper use of chemicals and equipment.
5. Coordinate the moving and delivery of district furniture equipment and other heavy or bulky materials.
6. Direct the set-up of facilities for special events.

Safety

1. Maintain safety standards in accordance with federal state district and insurance regulations and train custodians on proper and safe use of equipment and chemicals.
2. Ensure established safety procedures are followed including lifting and climbing. Make sure tools and equipment are operated and chemicals handled according to established safety procedures.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
4. Follow established procedures for locking checking and safeguarding facilities.
5. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Inventory and Equipment

1. Evaluate and recommend custodial supplies and equipment to be used.
2. Prepare implement and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for custodial equipment. Ensure maintenance is completed and equipment is in safe operating condition. Recommend replacement of existing equipment when necessary.
3. Conduct regular inventory of physical equipment and supplies and maintain accurate records. Order tools equipment and supplies as needed.

Other

1. Assist in the preparation of department budget.
2. Select train supervise and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment retention discipline and dismissal.
3. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents as required including maintaining accurate information for payroll reporting (timecards tardiness and absenteeism).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise evaluate and recommend the hiring and firing of custodians and lead custodians.*

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; standard cleaning tools and equipment; standard yard maintenance equipment; may use small hand tools and power tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; regular grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (1544 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over)

Environment: Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures dust noise vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Required Experience:

IC