Lead Custodian - Copperfield ES

Judson Indep School District•Converse, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Custodian coordinates routine cleaning and maintenance to help maintain the safety, security, cleanliness, and efficient operation of the school building and grounds. The role monitors custodial staff performance and deficiencies, provides training, and may develop work schedules and propose shift schedules. The position reports to the Custodial Supervisor and is assigned to an elementary campus. The Lead Custodian maintains cleaning schedules and campus cleanliness, handles minor repairs within available resources, reports unsafe or defective conditions, submits and follows up on maintenance work orders, and helps ensure facilities are secured. The role may support school rentals and extracurricular events, attend custodial in-service, perform touch-up painting, respond to emergencies, and complete other duties as assigned. Daily attendance and punctuality are essential. The position requires basic computer and technology skills, professional conduct, and compliance with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Satisfactory outcome of a fingerprinting background check.
At least two years of custodial services experience.
Supervisory ability or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of plant operations, cleaning methods and procedures, minor repairs, security, heating and ventilation, and grounds maintenance.
Ability to read and understand cleaning, maintenance, and safety instructions.
Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment.
Ability to handle cleaning supplies properly.
Basic technology and computer skills, including the ability to use a personal computer to access district programs, email, and other resources.
Ability to read, concentrate, communicate verbally and in writing, interpret, reason, understand verbal instructions, memorize, coordinate, compile, and compute.
Ability to work with frequent interruptions and maintain emotional control under stress.
Ability to work alone and for prolonged or irregular hours.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities and work in the described environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

Train custodial staff in the proper use of materials and equipment.
Establish procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.
Oversee physical arrangements for school rentals, dances, and other extracurricular activities when requested.
Propose shift schedules and inform administration when replacement staff or extra help is needed.
Inform the principal or designee of defective or unsafe plant conditions.
Complete minor repairs within available resources and make necessary adjustments to plant equipment and fixtures when requested.
Submit work orders for maintenance repairs and follow up to help ensure timely completion, with assistance from school administrators.
Develop daily work schedules for campus custodians when requested by school administration.
Attend custodial in-service when requested.
Handle emergencies and perform other assignments directed by the principal or designee.
Perform touch-up painting when required.
Implement and maintain cleaning schedules covering floors, chalkboards, wastebaskets, windows, furniture, equipment, and restrooms.
Replace light bulbs and tubes.
Keep school buildings and grounds—including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas—neat and clean.
Follow local laws and procedures for storing and disposing of trash.
Monitor and direct custodians’ work.
Complete designated district technology proficiencies each year and use a computer to access district programs, email, and other resources.
Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance and comply with the Texas Educator’s Code of Ethics.
Maintain punctuality and dependable attendance.