Head Custodian (26-27 School Year)

Fort Osage•Independence, MO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The job of Head Custodian is done for the purpose of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; overseeing the preparation of facilities for classroom activities and campus events; overseeing and supporting assigned custodians in the performance of their assignments; and ensuring that assignments are completed in a safe, proper and timely manner. This position oversees a night custodial crew as well. Working hours are set as 7:30-3:30. 8 hours / day; 245 work days with 11 paid holidays a year.

Requirements

Skills in operating equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance.
Skills in adhering to safety practices.
Skills in preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios.
Ability to read a variety of manuals, write documents following prescribed formats, and/or present information to others.
Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of methods of industrial cleaning including floor and carpet.
Knowledge of basic tools for minor repairs.
Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
Ability to schedule activities, meetings, and/or events.
Ability to gather and/or collate data.
Ability to consider a number of factors when using equipment.
Flexibility to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances.
Flexibility to work with data utilizing specific, defined processes.
Flexibility to operate equipment using standardized methods.
Ability to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups.
Ability to work with a variety of data.
Ability to utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment.
Problem solving skills to identify issues and create action plans.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Ability to meet deadlines and schedules.
Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
Consults with administrative personnel for the purpose of planning, prioritizing and scheduling custodial activities and achieving site maintenance objectives.
Distributes a variety of items (e.g. custodial supplies and equipment, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of disseminating materials to custodial staff and/or storage locations.
Evaluates assigned personnel for the purpose of ensuring that standards are achieved and performance is maximized.
Inspects facilities for the purpose of ensuring that the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, identifying necessary repairs to facilities and/or equipment, etc.
Maintains a variety of records, equipment and supplies (e.g. cleaning solutions, paper products, vacuums, mops, work related reports, time records, inventory of tools, supply requisitions, work orders, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of custodial items required to properly maintain facilities.
Monitors students and staff in and around work areas (e.g. halls, multipurpose rooms, lunch room, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety.
Operates and performs routine maintenance on a variety of machines and equipment (e.g. unit ventilators, cans, etc.) for the purpose of completing maintenance duties in a safe and timely manner.
Oversees assigned custodial personnel for the purpose of ensuring functions are performed efficiently in compliance with site requirements and established standards.
Participates in meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions.
Performs minor, job related, custodial, electrical, hardware, building structure and plumbing maintenance and repairs for the purpose of ensuring proper functioning and completing maintenance duties in a safe and timely manner.
Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
Requisitions equipment, supplies and materials for the purpose of maintaining availability of required items and completing jobs efficiently.
Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g. grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities.
Trains assigned personnel for the purpose of developing professional trade and safety awareness skills.
Transports a variety of tools, equipment, supplies, etc. for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.