Head Custodian

Lynchburg City Schools•Lynchburg, VA

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The custodian is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing all areas to include vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, mopping, wiping, sanitizing, and emptying trash utilizing appropriate equipment, and supplies.

Requirements

High school diploma, or equivalent, preferred.
Effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
Ability to prioritize workload and complete assignments timely, meet deadlines and work efficiently in a busy environment.
Experience working effectively in team environments.
Strong motivation and adaptability including the ability to work independently.
Ability to work with diverse communities.
Fosters an environment that promotes trust and cooperation among staff and community partners.
Follows policies and procedures, including maintenance of confidentiality and security.
Basic understanding of communicable disease prevention.
Strong verbal communication skills, including active listening, emotional intelligence.
Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns.
Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback.
Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality and ethical conduct .
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.
Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking).
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Familiarity with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet).
Proficiency with use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps).
Solid knowledge and understanding of accurate and effective record keeping and time management.
Solid knowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, and community members.
Reliable transportation, necessary

Nice To Haves

Previous cleaning experience is preferred, but not required.
Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practices (preferred).

Responsibilities

Locks and unlocks doors; activates and deactivates alarm systems.
Sweeps, mops, dusts all classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, and specialty rooms occupied by LCS staff.
Keep buildings and premises neat and clean at all times.
Uses appropriate equipment and supplies to wipe and sanitize toilets, sinks, mirrors, countertops, windows and water fountains.
Empty trash.
Stocks paper products at all points of use like the faculty restroom on the RCI business hallway, as well as the restrooms on the Empowerment Academy hallway.
Waxes floors and operates buffing machines.
Vacuums and cares for building carpeting.
Washes windows and furniture.
Tidy the kitchenette areas by wiping off the counters and wipes out the microwaves.
Replaces light bulbs, tubes, ceiling tile, switch and outlet plates and pencil sharpeners as needed.
Complies with laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and waste.
Moves furniture, folds and unfolds chairs as required.
Mops classrooms, hallways, and offices of the LCS spaces.
Contacts Shirley Rucker, Don Floyd, or Steve Gatzky for after-hour emergencies.
Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships.
Perform other duties as assigned by administrators and/or supervisors.
Perform other duties as directed by the school board.