Lead Custodian

University Prep Schools•Detroit, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Custodian provides general custodial and maintenance services for the district. The role reports to the Facility Manager and Schools Operations Manager and coordinates work with the School Operations Manager or Principal. The Lead Custodian monitors building maintenance tasks, may direct outside contractors, and serves as the direct report for a building Day Porter if assigned. The position also involves responding to school emergencies outside regular hours and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Experience in custodial and maintenance work.
Good habits, character, and attendance.
Neat appearance.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
Willingness to learn new job skills.
Ability to foster good working relationships.
Basic computer and software skills.
Upon request, provide a certificate signed by a licensed physician appointed by the school board verifying physical ability to perform the job.
Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Demonstrate U Prep’s core values: work well independently and in teams; care about people; act with purpose; think big; and regard learning as exciting.

Nice To Haves

Some college or trade school classes preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordinate work with the School Operations Manager or Principal.
Use the district help desk to process service and setup requests, including opening, updating, closing, and reassigning requests.
Sweep, mop, and scrub floors and other surfaces; clean, renovate, and renew floor finishes.
Clean and dust furniture, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings; clean stationary and interactive whiteboards.
Wash and clean light fixtures, replace bulbs or tubes, and assist with ballasts as necessary.
Move furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment.
Clear snow from steps, roofs, and walkways at building entrances and salt icy steps and walkways as necessary.
Collect, bag, and dispose of trash daily.
Lock and unlock building, classroom, office, and locker doors and windows; turn off unnecessary lighting.
Clean and service bathrooms and locker rooms; wash interior and exterior glass, including framed pictures, partitions, and doors.
Report items requiring repair or maintenance to a supervisor.
Follow written work schedules, policies, and procedures.
Assist with operating HVAC and other equipment, as well as facilities systems such as cameras and keyless door entry.
Guard against fire, theft, and illegal entry and maintain building security.
Work from ladders, scaffolding, or swing stages.
Vacuum, spot-clean, and extract carpet as necessary.
Respond to school emergencies during off hours as needed.
Ensure grounds are properly maintained.
Work with sub-lessees or building partners as applicable.
Oversee and direct outside contractors as needed and monitor site tasks to ensure completion of general building maintenance.
Serve as the direct report for the building Day Porter if assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.