Custodian, Day Lead I Floater

Howard County Public School System • Thomasville, NC

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About The Position

This is a working supervisory custodial position. Under the general supervision of the Custodial Services Manager or Assistant Manager, an employee in this class will supervise custodians in any location where he/she is assigned. Assignments may be made on the elementary, middle, high school, or special building level on the day shift.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (must scan and upload to the online application). Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization.
• One year of Custodial lead experience.
• Possession of a Maryland Class C driver’s license and satisfactory driving record.
• Knowledge of housecleaning methods, practices and materials used in clean maintenance operations.
• Knowledge of equipment supplies and practices in housekeeping management.
• Procedures and methods used to requisition supplies and maintain supply records and reports.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain boilers and building mechanical systems.
• Ability to make minor repairs and assemble furniture and equipment used at an assigned facility.
• Knowledge of current negotiated agreement, Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) booklet and Energy Management Program (EMP), Automated Service Request Information Systems General (ASRIS).
• Knowledge of supervision and leadership principles.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and oral.
• Ability to plan and organize work, delegate work to others, be a self-starter and motivate others.
• Ability to provide leadership to the custodial staff.
• Strong human relations skills with students, administrators, co-workers, parents, and the community
• Ability to hear the normally spoken word at 25 feet.
• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to operate cleaning and grass cutting machines.
• Ability and willingness to attend and participate in training sessions.
• Ability to learn and practice acceptable cleaning methods.
• Ability and willingness to acquire skills in the operation of cleaning and grass-cutting machines used in the assigned facility.
• Requires extensive walking, stooping, pushing, carrying, climbing, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to pick up and carry 65 pounds.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• The person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and directs all aspects of routine building and ground maintenance including general cleaning, snow removal, and lawn mowing.
• Performs inspections to ensure building security and cleanliness of the building.
• Ensures custodial staff is trained to secure building and equipment operation.
• Cleans buildings by sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, sealing, vacuuming, buffing, and/or washing surfaces, etc.
• Performs ground maintenance by mowing, watering, sweeping, and weeding.
• Moves and stores furniture and equipment.
• Removes snow and ice.
• Requires extensive walking, stooping, pushing, carrying, climbing, bending, and lifting.
• Must be available for emergency calls.
• The employee is responsible for the use of safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• The employee is responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation and supplies related to their job.
• The employee is further responsible for correcting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees, students, or staff assigned to the building and reporting same to the appropriate administrator.

Benefits

• Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR).
• HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees.
• Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit.

What This Job Offers

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