Custodian, Head I (River Gate ES)

Custodian, Head I (River Gate ES)

Building Services

P.O. Box 30035

Charlotte , NC 28230

Non Instructional/Operations - Custodial

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Start Date

Open Date08/07/2025

Closing Date08/15/2025

(River Gate), Full Time, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

General Definition of Work

The head custodian, under moderate supervision, performs supervisory work with limited decision-making discretion overseeing custodial personnel at an assigned school while providing and maintaining a safe, clean, and healthy environment for staff, students, and visitors. Employee performs both school-based and district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Regional Custodial Services Supervisor.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Codes/Salary/Status

Head Custodian I, JC 5100, Hourly NC 06A/Full-time, 12 months

Head Custodian II, JC 5110, Hourly NC 06B/Full-time, 12 months

Head Custodian III, JC 5111, Hourly NC 06C/Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Regional Custodial Services Supervisor

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures

Lead, manage, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff in the district

Record any personnel related issues in key incident journals

Assist the area leader in the preparation of work schedules

Complete quality assurance inspection reports and submit to area leader

Train new staff regarding cleaning chemicals, equipment, and related supplies and materials

Coordinate activities with other departments to ensure service is provided efficiently

Inspect work performed to ensure that it meets expectations and established standards

Investigate complaints about service and equipment. Take necessary corrective action

Inspect the physical condition of facilities to determine the type of work required

Perform duties of a custodian including:

Maintain cleanliness both inside and outside the facility through the execution of established procedures

Inspect school grounds daily to remove debris and other items that could become a safety hazard or detract from the general appearance of the school

Clean classrooms, including but not limited to, removing trash, dusting furniture and equipment, sweeping and mopping the floors, and polishing metal fixtures

Clean and sanitize restrooms, including but not limited to, fixtures, sinks, urinals, toilets, showers; replenish supplies in restrooms

Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets

Clean all staff and special purpose areas, including but not limited to, dusting and polishing furniture, woodwork, fixtures and equipment

Maintain cleanliness of windows, mirrors, walls, desks, and tables/countertops

Follow developed work schedules for scrubbing, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors

Follow developed work schedules for extracting, spot cleaning, and vacuuming carpeted areas

Perform light maintenance by replacing light bulbs and air filters, clean air vents, and adjusted blinds/shades as requested

Empty, clean and sanitize waste receptacles; pick up papers and other debris

Assist in receiving, storing, and distributing supplies and equipment as needed. Keep all storage areas organized and clean

Move and arrange furniture and equipment; set up rooms for conferences and meetings

Identify and report building maintenance needs; assist maintenance staff with repairs

Maintain and operate a variety of custodial equipment including vacuum polishers and wax strippers

Perform related work as assigned or required

# of Jobs1.00

Salary: From20.10

Teacher ScaleN

Minimum Educational RequirementsHS diploma

Term12 Month

Additional Job Information

Education and Experience

Completion of education at a level which provides the ability to read and write at a level required by the job required

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Minimum of three (3) years of custodial experience required

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license or ability to provide own transportation

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings

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