Senior High Head Custodian

Position Type:
Custodial/ Head Custodian

Date Posted:
8/20/2025

Location:
Central High School

Closing Date:
09/03/2025

&nbsp&nbsp Central High School or Department Custodian Head Assignment Open Date: 8/20/2025 7:00 am Start Time 3:30 pm End Time 8/5 Number of Hours/Day Sr High Head Custodian Classification 9-12 Grade Level September 1, 2025 New Assignment Date
INTERNAL BIDS THRU 8/27/25 @ 4:00 PM.
EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (WE WILL HIRE EXTERNALLY IF NO SUCCESSFUL INTERNAL BIDDER): Open thru 9/3/25 @ 4:00 pm

New Hire: Entry Level Rate $20.79/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 direction to the 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
• 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
• Directs and supervises the work of Heat/Plant custodian and/or other day custodian(s) on staff by establishing expectations for completion of daily schedule, preventative maintenance routines, and other duties as assigned
• Insures that 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 school building
• Establishes and sets routines to ensure that grounds are trash-free at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)
Ability to lift & carry up to 56 lb.
Ability to climb up to an 8-ft ladder and perform custodial task ie; cleaning light fixture.
Ability to climb steps and work on uneven ground
Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
In addition to these specific qualifications this person must meet all the general qualifications as listed in the custodian job description of the Davenport Community School District. Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

• Must have high degree or GED

• Computer experience in the 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 experience as a Head/Lead Custodian in an elementary, intermediate, or high school

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.