Head Custodian I (Promotional Only)

City of Stamford•Stamford, CT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Open only to current City of Stamford employees who meet the minimum qualifications. Under the general direction of a department or school head, the Head Custodian I performs supervisory work in the cleaning and maintenance of a City building or school. The position has immediate responsibility for a large building or school, or supervises a number of smaller buildings or schools. The role supervises, directs, and participates in the work of subordinate custodial personnel, and performs related work as required. For UAW positions in the Office of Operations, duties also include negotiating with vendors, scheduling and supervising contractors, preparing and processing purchase orders, and potentially operating and performing routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment.

Requirements

Two years of experience in the rank of Custodian with the City of Stamford.
Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Good knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
Good knowledge of fire safety principles and systems involved in building care, including OSHA regulations.
Skill in making repairs.
Ability to plan, supervise, and direct custodial staff.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Responsibilities

Inspect buildings and grounds regularly to maintain appropriate cleaning and maintenance schedules.
Schedule and assign cleaning and maintenance work to subordinate personnel.
Recommend improvements or new equipment to a superior.
Train employees in new work methods.
Ensure buildings are heated, cleaned, and locked or unlocked for activities.
Maintain records and prepare reports on supplies used and activities in and around the building.
Assist with cleaning and maintenance, particularly complex repair problems.
For UAW positions in the Office of Operations, negotiate with vendors on prices for supplies, equipment, and services.
For UAW positions in the Office of Operations, schedule, monitor, and supervise contractors’ service performance.
For UAW positions in the Office of Operations, prepare purchase orders, verify receipt, approve items for payment, add items to inventory, and oversee delivery to designated locations.
For UAW positions in the Office of Operations, potentially operate and perform routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment such as scissor lifts, bucket trucks, tractors, and roll-off dump trucks.
Attend staff meetings with supervisors to provide and receive operational information.