Head Custodian

Spartanburg7•Spartanburg, SC

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Head Custodian works during the day on regular school days and teacher/professional development work days at Jesse Boyd Elementary School. The role supports a clean, safe, and healthy environment conducive to learning. The Head Custodian reports to the Principal and performs building, grounds, cleaning, supply, and emergency-response duties as directed by the Principal and the Direct Custodial Supervisor. The position also requires availability for after-hours emergencies, attendance at mandatory district training and meetings, and cooperative, respectful work with others. Performance is evaluated annually under the Board’s policy on evaluation and professional personnel.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Several years of housekeeping experience.
Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
Availability for after-hours emergencies.
Ability to meet the stated physical requirements, including walking or standing some of the time and exerting up to 25 pounds of force on a recurring basis.
Ability to communicate, read and interpret policies and procedures, and prepare reports, records, and notices.
Ability to respond calmly and quickly in emergency situations and to work under stress.

Responsibilities

Open the building each morning and secure it at the end of each day as directed by the Principal.
Inspect the building and exterior for overnight problems, cleaning concerns, unauthorized entry, or vandalism before students arrive.
Check heating and cooling systems and report malfunctions.
Know the locations of emergency fire alarms, fuse boxes, breaker boxes, and light switches; check exit signs and lighting and replace bulbs as needed.
Make minor repairs as required and keep outside drain areas clean.
Set up furniture for special events.
Pick up paper and other debris in assigned areas; trim grass and shrubbery, edge curbs and sidewalks, sweep or blow off sidewalks, remove grass and weeds from shrubbery areas, and apply weed control to parking areas and sidewalks.
Order supplies and assist with receiving deliveries.
Dust mop halls and clean entrance mats after students arrive and at least four times during the day; dust mop the gym floor at least three times daily as applicable.
Keep the boiler room clean and clean up after sick students as needed.
Handle emergencies and perform other work as directed by the Principal.
Attend mandatory training and meetings required by the District Custodial Supervisor.
Perform other duties assigned by the Principal or Direct Custodial Supervisor.
Follow written and oral instructions and work consistently with others in a cooperative and respectful manner.