Head Custodian (9:00 am-5:30 pm) (8 Hours/260 Days) (January Start Date)

Aiken County Public Schools•North Augusta, SC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Custodian supervises and coordinates an effective maintenance program to keep the school safe, clean, attractive, and efficient for learning. The role oversees custodians at the building level and carries out custodial, preventive maintenance, minor repair, building security, and related recordkeeping duties. The position is non-exempt and reports to the Foreman/Principal. The stated schedule is 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., 8 hours per day, 260 days, with a January start date; the posting also states that days and hours may vary. The role requires a high school diploma or GED as preferred, age 18 or older, appropriate technical training beyond high school, thorough knowledge of custodial procedures, and at least one year of building-level experience. A valid driver’s license is required. The position involves supervising and instructing custodians, maintaining school facilities and equipment, and meeting applicable district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old.
At least one year of building-level experience.
Valid driver’s license.
Thorough knowledge of proper custodial procedures.
Ability to manage and instruct custodial personnel.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with subordinates, foremen, management personnel, students, staff, and the community.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively before groups.
Ability to perform basic arithmetic, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and apply it to American money and measurements of weight, volume, and distance.
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret written, oral, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.
Ability to perform the essential duties satisfactorily and comply with district requirements and Board of Education policies.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, handling tools, climbing ladders, and frequently lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 90 pounds.
High school graduation or GED is preferred.
Appropriate technical training beyond high school.

Responsibilities

Instruct custodians verbally or in writing on building and grounds custodial work and routine preventive maintenance.
Monitor custodians’ job performance; provide guidance, document performance when necessary, correct substandard performance, and use progressive discipline to address deficiencies.
Assist with scheduling and assigning custodians’ extra time and duties.
Maintain inventory of custodial and maintenance supplies and equipment.
Clean and preserve designated building spaces and equipment.
Perform ongoing preventive maintenance and minor repairs to plumbing, custodial equipment, ventilation, building structures, and hardware.
Perform normal operator adjustments and service facility equipment, including compressors, boilers, unit ventilators, and fans; maintain operational and maintenance records.
Perform minor electrical, air-conditioning, and plumbing maintenance and repairs.
Assist members of the visiting public with directions and with obtaining or setting up needed equipment or materials.
Maintain building and grounds security by opening and closing the building each day.
Maintain work-related records and prepare reports as directed.
Ensure the safety program for classified staff follows OSHA general industry standards.
Perform other duties assigned by the foreman or principal.