Head Custodian - Cool Spring Elementary School

Hanover County Public Schools•Mechanicsville, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Custodian at Cool Spring Elementary School assists with supervising, training, motivating, counseling, disciplining, and evaluating assigned custodians, as well as preparing work schedules. The position conducts building inspections, ensures assigned duties are completed and corrected as needed, and prioritizes and processes maintenance requests. Under building administration’s direction, the Head Custodian schedules and provides services for extracurricular activities, community education, and building rentals. The role helps maintain a safe, clean, and positive environment for building occupants. This position is designated as Essential Personnel. Employees must report to the job site during emergencies, including snow and other inclement weather, and may be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week for weather or other building emergencies. The regular schedule is 12 months, eight hours per day, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The position is non-exempt.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalency.
At least one year of prior related work experience and/or supervisory experience.
Knowledge and experience using cleaning chemicals, procedures, and equipment.
Knowledge and skills using mechanical tools for minor non-technical repairs and common electrical cleaning equipment.
Ability to train employees, plan work schedules, and supervise staff.
Ability to estimate the quantities and types of supplies needed.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships.
Ability to write and maintain routine reports, records, and correspondence.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, and diagram-based instructions.
Ability to work with industry-standard cleaning chemicals, operate cleaning equipment, work in all weather conditions, and climb or use a ladder.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds regularly, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 50 pounds occasionally without assistance.
Ability to perform significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.
Ability to communicate and interact effectively with employees and the public by telephone and in person; communication requires tact and discretion and may involve motivating, persuading, or influencing others.

Nice To Haves

Comparable training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Inspect the building regularly for safe and sanitary conditions and report concerns to school administration.
Provide periodic performance reviews, assist with new-staff orientation, and train custodial staff in procedures, chemical and equipment use, and safety.
Inventory supplies and arrange their acquisition and delivery in advance.
Schedule daily assignments and project work for custodial staff.
Process and report maintenance requests; counsel and motivate employees; correct deficiencies and take corrective action when appropriate.
Inspect equipment for cleanliness and safe operation.
Assist with daily classroom cleaning, including moving furniture, sweeping, wiping surfaces, dusting, and emptying trash.
Clean and maintain buildings and grounds, including floors, windows, blinds, woodwork, doors, walls, water fountains, and restrooms; replenish supplies and collect and dispose of indoor and outdoor litter.
Stack lunch trays, wipe tables, lift trash barrels into dumpsters, and move lunch tables before and after lunch periods and special events.
Keep sidewalks, ramps, driveways, and steps clear of ice, snow, and debris.
Raise and lower United States and Virginia flags at scheduled times.
Secure the assigned building by locking and unlocking doors and gates, setting alarms, checking lights and windows, and verifying exit doors and panic bars.
Perform minor repairs and routine maintenance, including replacing lighting fixtures, repairing furniture, adjusting shades and blinds, addressing minor leaks, unstopping plumbing, and maintaining motors and other mechanical equipment.
Change building filters on schedule and regularly check the school generator and fire pumps, if applicable.
Move, assemble, and maintain school furniture; load and unload supplies and deliveries as needed.
Secure tools, supplies, keys, and other movable property stored in or used in the building.
Lead and participate in extensive summer cleaning and repair work to prepare the facility for the new school year.
Work at unscheduled times for special events as directed by a supervisor or School Board Administration.
Assist with developing, implementing, and maintaining a substitute custodial plan.
Perform related work as required.