Head Custodian - ES

Job Title: Head Campus Custodian - ES

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Custodial Supervisor

Pay Grade: Auxiliary 4

Dept./School: Assigned Campus

Date Revised: 06/24/2025

Primary Purpose:

Responsible for on-site leadership of campus custodial operations. Establish and follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and.grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

High School diploma or GED

Valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to understand and execute detailed written or oral instructions
• Knowledge of cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures
• Ability to perform minor repairs
• Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies
• Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years' experience in custodial services

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Custodial Management

• Assign work to campus custodians and oversee completion according to district standards. Train custodians as needed.
• Work cooperatively with principals and facilities managers to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations.
• Establish and oversee work schedules and procedures for the regular custodial care of campus and special custodial projects. Make work assignments and arrange for substitute custodians as needed.
• Provide training and orientation to campus custodians related to cleaning procedures and the safe and proper use of chemicals and equipment.
• Coordinate the moving and delivery of district furniture, equipment, and other heavy or bulky materials.
• Direct the set-up of facilities for special events.

Cleaning

• Implement and maintain established cleaning schedules including emptying waste and cleaning floors, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
• Keep school building and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
• Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash.
• Maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment and order additional supplies as needed.

Maintenance and Repair

• Make minor building repairs as needed and report needed major repair to supervisor.
• Assist in setting up facilities for regular and special events and move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal.
• Schedule and supervise summer custodial projects, including cleaning and refinishing floors.

Safety

• Assume responsibility for opening and closing building each school day. Check daily to ensure all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy. Ensure procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities are followed.
• Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency. established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

• Assist in the preparation of department budget.
• Select, train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
• 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:

Monitor the work, issue work assignments and evaluate the work of campus custodians.

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Buffer, stripper, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, lawn mower, edger, and weed eater; small hand tools; small power tools

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; occasional districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.