Head Custodian

Portsmouth Public Schools•Portsmouth, VA

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Performs custodial duties and monitors the work of custodians engaged in maintaining the school plant in a clean and orderly condition so that full educational use of it may be made at all times. May train the custodial staff in cleaning procedures, the use of equipment and oversee the implementation of safety regulations. Must be able to work alternate shifts to include 2nd shift.

Requirements

Possession of a high school diploma or GED
One year experience as a Head Custodian or equivalent position or five years experience as a custodian, preferably in a school environment
Ability to supervise the work of others
Knowledge of basic repair techniques in electricity, plumbing, carpentry and general maintenance necessary to keep the facility safe and healthy for students and staff

Responsibilities

Organize, manage and assist the cleaning function of all usable space in the school, to include classrooms, offices, laboratories, clinics, bathrooms, lockers and showers, dining areas, storage areas, mechanical rooms, halls and other common areas.
Maintain entrances, sidewalks, playgrounds, hazards and potential hazards in parking lots and immediate perimeter around the school
Supervise the activities of all workers engaged in custodial activities in the school.
Assign task as required, Check the maintenance and proper utilization of supplies and equipment.
Maintain an inventory and recommend purchase of suitable cleaning supplies, tools and equipment.
Maintain accurate records.
Ability to calculate time for Payroll purposes.
Train custodians and inspect work daily to insure proper procedures are followed
Sweep, mop, scrub, buff, strip and refinish hard floors, Vacuum and shampoo carpet, wash walls, clean windows and glass, trash removal, properly clean all areas of the school.
Inspect the plant facilities to ensure heat, air conditioners, plumbing and lighting is operating properly.
Identify and report existing or potential maintenance and safety problems via work orders to be repaired.
Receive, distribute and store school supplies and equipment, secure and maintain storage spaces in accordance with fire regulations.
Conduct training, counseling and performance evaluation of the custodial staff.
Resolve staff issues when they arise.
Communicate with the school administration daily to receive information and instructions on activities, set-ups and various functions and events that the custodial staff is to support.
Ability to effectively delegate work to all staff.
Perform other related duties as required.