Head Custodian

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Head Custodian acts as a team leader, assisting with planning and assigning custodial work and leading cleaning operations. The role also includes occasional landscaping, minor building and grounds maintenance and repair, staff training, inspection of cleaning and security procedures, recordkeeping, supply requisitions, and safety checks. The Head Custodian uses District computer applications and authorized cleaning chemicals, responds to after-hours building alarms and emergencies, and assumes the Building Supervisor’s responsibilities when that supervisor is absent. The position requires the ability to work extended hours and weekends and to be on call 24 hours per day to provide coverage during the Building Supervisor’s absence. Compensation is listed as $17.42, for 8 hours and 255 days, and may increase based on relevant education and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least one year of custodial experience in industrial or commercial work.
Clear and concise oral and written communication skills.
Organizational and management skills.
Mathematical skills.
Knowledge of pertinent regulations, policies, and procedures for the assigned functional area.
Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws and regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, materials, chemicals, practices, computers, and applications.
Ability to respond professionally and effectively to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
Ability to work extended hours and weekends and be on call 24 hours per day to provide coverage during the Building Supervisor’s absence.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Ability to train and coordinate custodians in a manner that supports full performance and high morale.
Ability to make decisions and work independently.

Nice To Haves

Three years of custodial experience in industrial or commercial work.
Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and assigning the work of custodial personnel, including cleaning, occasional landscaping, and minor maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, grounds, and premises.
Lead cleaning operations, including floor care, carpet vacuuming and shampooing, furniture dusting and polishing, mildew removal, and replacement of supplies as directed.
Share knowledge of authorized District chemicals used in routine cleaning procedures.
Inspect cleaning operations and security procedures for compliance with District standards, and lead custodians in making necessary adjustments and corrections.
Train employees in required duties and procedures.
Report long-standing issues to the designated supervisor.
Maintain required records, prepare simple reports, and requisition supplies.
Complete safety checks to verify compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
Perform minor lawn care, trim small areas of grass and hedges, clean walks, maintain lawn equipment, and help keep outside premises orderly.
Clean assigned areas and take care not to misplace or destroy certain papers and materials.
Comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures, and request assistance when lifting or moving heavy or awkward objects.
Complete minor electrical repairs, including replacing fluorescent ballasts.
Check chiller and air handler operation and change air conditioning filters when necessary.
Use basic District computer applications for communication, training, and recordkeeping.
Contact appropriate resources when responding to building alarm calls after hours or to emergency conditions.
Move furniture and equipment, clean art-room clay traps, and deliver supplies.
In kitchen areas, clean, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on air conditioning vents, ductwork, fans, lights and enclosures in exhaust hoods and food-service equipment, and exposed motors and wires on the backs of ovens; replace bulbs when needed.
Assume the Building Supervisor’s responsibilities during the supervisor’s absence.