Custodial Supervisor (Head Custodian)

Waynflete • Portland, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Waynflete, a prestigious independent, coeducational day school founded in 1898, is seeking a Custodial Supervisor for a hands-on leadership role essential to the daily operations and cleanliness of its campus. This role involves overseeing a team of approximately 6 custodial staff members while actively working alongside them to complete daily maintenance and cleaning tasks. Employees are expected to embrace the school's values of kindness, courtesy, and respect for all community members.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent training is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in custodial or facilities work is required.
• At least 1–2 years in a supervisory or team-lead capacity is required.
• Must possess knowledge of the safe use of cleaning supplies and associated equipment within a school setting.
• Proficiency in Google Suite Software (Gmail, Google Docs, Spreadsheets, Drive, Calendar) and Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) is required.
• The candidate must also be able to navigate school security systems (alarming buildings, locking doors) and manage files for task tracking.

Nice To Haves

• Further certifications in facility management or safety protocols are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school facilities are maintained in a manner that guarantees cleanliness and safety for all community members.
• Supervise, support, and schedule a custodial team of 6 employees.
• Actively participate in all daily hands-on cleaning duties alongside the team to maintain high facility standards.
• Reference, update, and ensure compliance with daily custodial assignments outlined in the school's custodial task list.
• Audit completed work daily and guide the team using provided standards and checklists.
• Manage cleaning supplies, oversee inventory, and report campus maintenance issues to appropriate departments.
• Support the process of readying the campus after winter storms, including shoveling snow and spreading ice melt.
• Support housekeeping preparations, setup, takedown, and cleanup of school events throughout the year.

Benefits

• ICHRA health insurance
• dental insurance
• life and disability insurance
• participation in the school’s retirement plan
• tuition assistance
• tuition benefits for children enrolled at Waynflete
• Generous PTO including 3 weeks vacation, up to 12 sick days, 2 personal days, and 14 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED