Head Custodian - River Birch Elementary

Avon Community School Corporation•Avon, IN

63d•$23 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

To perform custodial duties assigned, supervise personnel, plan programs for cleaning, maintain an inventory on equipment and supplies, requisition necessary equipment and supplies, and maintain an efficient staff. Monitor employee performance. While completing these duties, good relationships should be maintained with the warehouse department, corporation personnel and the community, as well as projecting a genuine care and concern for all students. This position requires consistent attendance and punctuality as well as the capability to handle confidential information.

Requirements

Education: High school education or equivalent is required.
Experience: At least 2 years as a custodian with a desire to be in a supervisory capacity. If experience is less than 2 years, must demonstrate a willingness to be instructed by and learn from experienced supervisors.
Skills and Knowledge: To manage employees, plan for an efficient cleaning operation, and knowledge of equipment.
Other: Ability to maintain a positive relationship with pupils, staff, parents, and the community.

Nice To Haves

Certification: Desirable but not required. Motivation should be sufficient to obtain certification through organizational or company programs.

Responsibilities

Work areas and specific duties in each area to be performed by building custodians shall be assigned and supervised by the Head Custodian of the building.
The Head Custodian shall confer with the building Principal and the Director of Facilities when establishing the duties for the custodians in the building.
Reports directly to the building Principal concerning needs of the individual building.
Accountable to the Director of Facilities relative to the coordination of work between other buildings, summer work schedules, and continuity within the corporation.
Responsible for all disciplinary measures concerning custodians within the building, with guidance from the building Principal and the Director of Facilities.
Maintain inventory of all supplies and prepare material and equipment orders.
Prepare a summer work schedule at the end of the regular school year to ensure completion of work before school starts in the fall.
Be self-directed and active in the building during the workday without direction from the Principal and Director of Facilities.
Demonstrates a propensity for leadership and the ability to be self-motivated.
Assume pride and accept responsibility for the condition of the building.
Schedule all overtime work in the building. If no other employee is willing to work overtime for an approved school function, it becomes the responsibility of the Head Custodian to work that event.
Willing to fill in if necessary for absent staff members, i.e. if third shift custodian does not report to work, Head Custodian must report at an appropriate hour to unlock the building for the various commodities that are delivered each morning.
Must have thorough understanding of the chemicals that are used within the building and read and understand the accompanying Safety Data Sheets.
Willing to receive calls and report for emergencies at any hour.
Maintain an exemplary attendance record.
Shall be responsible for security of building, i.e. lock-up, turning off lights, computers.
Be aware of and practice universal precautions.
Be responsible for condition of grounds, i.e. mowing, weeding, and picking up debris.
Understand and utilize the facilities computer software.
Participate in professional development, as assigned.
Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Benefits

Full-time positions are eligible for medical, dental insurance as well as supplemental benefits such as vision, life insurance, disability, etc.
Eligible for PERF Retirement.
Paid Time Off Benefits: Eligible
Holiday Pay: Eligible

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