Head Custodian

Position Type:
Custodial/ Head Custodian

Date Posted:
8/11/2025

Location:
Garfield Elementary

Closing Date:
08/25/2025

&nbsp&nbsp Garfield Elementary School or Department Head Custodian Assignment Open Date: 08/11/2025 6:15 a.m. Start Time 2:45 p.m. End Time 8/5 Number of Hours/Day Head Custodian Classification Elementary Grade Level September 1, 2025 New Assignment Date
INTERNAL BIDS THRU 8/18/2025 @ 4:00 PM.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (WE WILL HIRE EXTERNALLY IF NO SUCCESFFUL INTERNAL BIDDER): Open Until 8/25/25 @ 4:00 pm

New Hire: Entry Level Rate $20.57/hr. Current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit. Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

• Works with and directs other custodial service employees
• Teaches new custodians district approved cleaning standards and techniques
• Directs and participates in deep cleaning during breaks
• Gives directions to Lead Custodian regarding tasks to be accomplished
• Makes minor equipment/building repairs
• Is able to proficiently use School Dude for the electronic delivery of work orders and to access facilities management
• Maintains appropriate inventory of custodial supplies, orders as needed, and is fiscally responsible for custodial supply building budget
• Responsible for recording and posting overtime for all facility events
• Responsible for maintaining and updating Building Information Binder
• Collaborates and communicates with administrators about infrastructure concerns/issues and responds in a timely manner
• Provides coaching as needed to other custodial staff
• Works cooperatively with building staff to ensure set-ups for activities or events are properly scheduled
• Reports absences, infraction of work rules, and inadequate work completion to Supervisor of Custodial staff
• Participates in evaluation of employees by ensuring a fair and equitable assessment of performance
• Reports payroll electronically
• Ensures the proper completion of preventative maintenance procedures by directing the work of other custodial staff to complete these tasks or performing them independently
• Has assigned specific cleaning tasks which may include cleaning restrooms, stairwells, hallways, entries etc.
• Responsible for snow removal from walks, steps, and entries
• Assists in loading and unloading school supplies and equipment
• Maintains HVAC system as directed by Supervisor of Maintenance
• Ensures the security procedures regarding locking of doors and windows are followed by those supervised
• Primary contact person with security issues related to building infrastructure after hours
• Establishes and sets expectations for grounds keeping schedule of all custodial staff including mowing, trimming of weeds, and care of small bushes/trees
• Establishes routines and gives direction to ensure the maximum energy conservation in the operation of the building
• Establishes and sets routines to ensure that grounds are trash-free at all time
• Annually inspect playgrounds
• Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)

• Have the physical ability to lift and carry 56 lbs.
• Have the physical ability to climb an eight-foot ladder and perform custodial tasks
• Ability to climb steps and work on uneven ground
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• Must have high degree or GED
• Computer experience in use of Outlook, Word, Google, Excel, and School Dude
• Must have passed or is willing to take the Head/Lead/HVAC Class and demonstrate proficiency by passing required exam following completion of course
• Requires 2 years of custodial experience with six (6) months proven supervisory experience

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.