Head Custodian

Hamilton Southeastern Schools•FISHERS, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides leadership and assistance in the cleanliness and maintenance of the physical facility to ensure a safe, clean, and habitable environment. The Head Custodian reports to the Facilities and Support Manager and is responsible for providing leadership and training to custodians, giving work direction, and assisting with cleaning schedules and tasks. This role also involves performing minor repairs, understanding cleaning chemicals and processes, maintaining positive relationships, inspecting for safety hazards, and handling emergencies. The Head Custodian is expected to work Monday through Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Requirements

Ability to read and understand basic operating instructions.
Demonstrate aptitude for successful completion of tasks assigned.
Possess a basic understanding of the chemicals and processes used in the cleaning schedule.
Lift and move furniture, cartons, boxes and buckets weighing in excess of 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and training for custodians.
Give work direction to assist custodians or volunteers.
Work with responsible officials with planning for and carrying out special setup or cleanup requirements.
Assist head custodian with completion of cleaning schedule for the assigned areas within frequency requirements provided.
Assist in cleaning areas as needed.
Lift and move furniture, cartons, boxes and buckets weighing in excess of 50 pounds, with or without accommodation.
Assist in loading and unloading of delivery vehicles.
Perform minor repairs and PM functions.
Maintain a positive attitude with all staff and students, super-ordinates, subordinates and peers.
Routinely inspect scheduled areas of the building for possible safety hazards and report to the head custodian.
Guard against fire, theft and illegal entry.
Observe cleaning and maintenance needs or requirements for the areas assigned and report these to head custodian.
After hours or on non-school days, inspect the safe, efficient and proper operation of all equipment and systems, including securing windows and entryways.
Visually inspect assigned shift areas to ensure cleanliness, and monitor custodian’s work performance.
Handle emergencies and emergency repairs.
Report all concerns regarding the work performance, lateness, etc. of the custodians to the head custodian.
Assume responsibility for other duties as assigned.
Nurture a positive relationship with super-ordinates, subordinates, and peers.
Demonstrate respect for super-ordinates, subordinates, and peers.
Support corporation decisions and direction relative to matters of policy and administrative directives.
Work as a team player.
Demonstrate ability to deal with sensitive issues in a tactful and professional manner.
Address concerns and offer suggestions in an appropriate and confidential manner.