2026-2027 Head Custodian

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves leading custodial personnel in cleaning, occasional landscaping, and performing minor maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, grounds, and premises. The Head Custodian will act as a team leader, plan and assign work, and ensure compliance with District standards. Responsibilities include training employees, maintaining records, completing safety checks, and responding to after-hours emergencies. The role also involves performing minor electrical and HVAC maintenance, cleaning kitchen areas, and assuming the responsibilities of the Building Supervisor when necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
One (1) year of custodial experience in industrial/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 functional area of assignment.
Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/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 professionally and effectively respond to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
Ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse groups of people.
Ability to make decisions and work independently.

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years of custodial experience in industrial/commercial work.
Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and be on call for emergencies 24 hours per day to provide coverage during the absence of the Building Supervisor.
Ability to train and coordinate custodians in a manner conducive to full performance and high morale.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning and assigning the work of custodial personnel in cleaning, occasional landscaping, and performing minor maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, grounds, and premises.
Lead cleaning operations such as sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, buffing, and stripping wax from floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets, dusting/polishing furniture, removing mildew, and replacing supplies as directed.
Share knowledge of all authorized District chemicals used in routine cleaning procedures.
Inspect cleaning operations and security procedures for compliance with District standards; lead custodians in making necessary adjustments/changes and any necessary corrections.
Train employees in required duties and procedures.
Report long-standing issues to designated supervisor.
Maintain required records, prepare simple reports, and requisition supplies.
Complete safety checks verifying Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements.
Provide minor lawn care, cut/trim small areas of grass, trim hedges, and sweep and clean walks; maintain lawn equipment; and assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly condition.
Clean assigned areas and take care that certain papers and materials are not misplaced or destroyed.
Comply with applicable safety regulations and procedures.
Request assistance as needed when lifting/moving heavy and/or awkward objects.
Complete minor electrical repairs including replacing fluorescent ballasts.
Check the chiller/air handler operation and change air conditioning filters when necessary.
Utilize basic District computer applications for communication, training, and record keeping.
Contact appropriate resources when responding to building alarm calls after hours or emergency conditions.
Move furniture/equipment, clean clay trap in art rooms, and deliver supplies.
In kitchen areas, conduct, clean, inspect, and perform minor maintenance on air conditioning vents; ductwork; fans on walls, ceilings, coolers, and freezers; lights and enclosures in exhaust hoods, coolers, freezers, warmers, and ceilings; and exposed motors and wires on backs of ovens; replace bulbs when needed.
Assume the responsibilities of the Building Supervisor when the Building Supervisor is absent.