Custodial - Head Custodian - Elementary

Bethel School District 403•Spanaway, WA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Custodian maintains the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and security of an assigned elementary school facility. The position provides direction to a custodial staff of fewer than three custodians and prepares the building for school and public events. The role includes cleaning and overseeing cleaning, opening and securing the facility, setting up and moving equipment and furniture, supporting building safety procedures, making minor repairs, and preparing the building for the school year. The Head Custodian also handles custodial assignments, supplies, records, keys, building usage, and operation of facility heating and ventilation systems. The position is scheduled for 8 hours per day, 260 days per year, and pays $29.23 under PSE Salary Schedule Level 9. It reports to the Assistant Director or Manager of Facilities, receives guidance from the school administrator, and provides guidance to facility custodial staff. The position requires three years of custodial experience, including two years in a supervisory or lead capacity. School facility experience is preferred. Fingerprinting and a background check, infection-control training, and a pre-placement physical and testing are required.

Requirements

Three years of experience as a custodian, including two years in a supervisory or lead capacity.
Education, training, skills, and experience necessary to carry out the assignment.
Ability to distinguish cleaning chemicals and hazardous materials.
Skill in operating a variety of cleaning equipment and tools.
Ability to provide lead direction to others.
Knowledge of routine repairs and maintenance, including painting, carpentry, plumbing, and general maintenance.
Ability to move and position furniture and equipment.
Ability to operate a computerized HVAC system.
Knowledge of safety and security procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the public.
Effective oral communication skills.
Fingerprinting and a background check to determine there have been no convictions involving physical molestation, abuse, injury, or neglect of a minor.
Complete training in and adhere to the district infection control plan.
Pass a pre-placement physical and testing; the district will assume the cost.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a school facility.

Responsibilities

Clean assigned areas and oversee cleaning to maintain a sanitary and safe school environment, including vacuuming, dusting, mopping, sweeping, cleaning bathrooms and showers, emptying trash, changing light bulbs, replenishing soap and paper products, and removing graffiti.
Open the facility, operate lights and equipment, handle the mailbox and flag, secure doors, and operate the alarm system according to procedures.
Set up and take down equipment and furniture for school and public events, assemblies, food service, and other functions; move items and help users locate equipment; provide emergency cleaning.
Communicate with students, parents, staff, and the public regarding safety, security, and public relations.
Conduct fire and earthquake drills, accompany the fire marshal during inspections, prepare reports, and inspect emergency lighting and batteries.
Direct, train, and oversee night-shift custodial staff of fewer than three; address or report personnel conflicts and maintain custodial time records.
Perform minor repairs, including painting, plastering, stain and gum removal, fixing chair feet and table legs, replacing acoustic tile, clearing drains and toilets, and fixing leaks.
Clean and replace heat pump and univent filters.
Perform major summer cleaning, including floor finishing, furniture and equipment cleaning, painting, and repairs to prepare the facility for the school year.
Determine cleaning areas and assignments; assign overtime, complete variance and vacation slips, and monitor time cards.
Set up and clean the lunchroom for breakfast and lunch and, when required, monitor student behavior.
Maintain the custodial budget, order supplies, keep records of work orders, inspections, and building usage, and possibly schedule and coordinate building usage.
Maintain and distribute building keys, prepare signage, and change the reader board.
Operate facility heating and ventilation systems and controls; maintain boilers, pumps, and compressors as required.
Use hydraulic lifts, ladders, scaffolding, blowers, floor polishers, power tools, and other equipment.
Move supplies and materials and sign for and receive deliveries.
Possibly respond to facility emergencies outside regular hours when on the contact list.
Serve on school committees and councils related to facility safety and security.
Supervise, train, monitor, and correct student helpers in custodial tasks as assigned.
Assist with grounds maintenance, including sweeping walkways, removing litter, clearing ice or snow, and minor weeding.
Possibly serve on district committees or departmental work teams and model appropriate, cooperative behavior while protecting confidential information.
Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position.