Lead Custodian- 3rd Shift (CM)

Township High School District 214•Buffalo Grove, IL

6d•$31•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves as a working shift leader for assigned custodians and performs custodial duties. The role is responsible for the care of the facility to maintain a safe, secure, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient educational environment. This includes cleaning, moving student equipment, setting up for programs and activities, special projects, maintaining a secure building, and monitoring/operating major building systems and related equipment. The assignment is for 12 months, 40 hours per week, effective July 24, 2026.

Requirements

Maintained regular attendance with no occurrences of attendance abuse during the previous two years as described in Article 13 Section E of the current agreement.
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with students, staff, and the general public.
Ability to exhibit patience and understanding with students, staff, and the general public.
Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to use prescribed safety and personal protective equipment.
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. on a frequent basis and up to 80 lbs. on an occasional basis.
Ability to perform difficult physical labor in variable weather conditions.
Ability to climb stairs and ladders on a frequent basis.
Ability to work from scaffolding and lifts on an occasional basis.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach while performing assignments.
Ability to operate all related equipment.
Demonstrated leadership abilities.
High level of skill and knowledge of all cleaning procedures.
Demonstrated ability to perform minor building maintenance and systems operational checks as outlined by the supervisor.
Successfully completed a District-recognized program in supervision and custodial methods.
Equivalent training and work experience as approved by the committee may be accepted if a recognized course cannot be identified.

Nice To Haves

Employees are encouraged to enhance their qualifications by participating in an OJT program.

Responsibilities

Perform as a working shift leader of assigned custodians.
Perform assigned custodial duties.
Provide direction for the custody and care of the facility.
Maintain a safe, secure, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient educational environment.
Clean, move student equipment, and set up for programs and activities.
Complete special projects as assigned.
Maintain a secure building.
Monitor and operate all major building systems and related equipment.
Maintain knowledge, skills, and physical ability for operating cleaning equipment.
Maintain knowledge, skills, and physical ability for moving school equipment and setting up/breaking down for programs.
Maintain knowledge, skills, and physical ability for monitoring and operating basic building systems.
Develop positive employee attitudes and use positive reinforcement.
Schedule custodial assignments daily and ensure timely completion of tasks.
Devote at least 1/3 of the shift to supervision, 1/3 to a specific section, and the balance to building needs.
Provide supervisor with input in the evaluation of assigned staff.
Encourage teamwork among shifts.
Work with and direct others in job assignments.
Train others in the operation of equipment.
Ensure cleaning equipment is properly cleaned and maintained.
Communicate clearly and effectively when conveying expectations.
Exhibit fairness in assigning tasks and working with assigned staff.
Inform supervisor of potential trouble spots in building systems and equipment.
Observe and comply with required codes.
Perform snow removal and salting as needed.
Perform assigned tasks in an appropriate amount of time.
Identify and remedy potential safety and health problems.
Project an exemplary image of the District.
Report misuses and needed repairs to school property in writing.
Participate in District-sponsored training programs.
Effectively communicate and respond to electronic communications.
Perform additional related duties as assigned.