GENERAL SUMMARY

The head custodian shall provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient place in which to learn, play, and develop. Reports to the Principal and/or the Director of Operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Instructs custodians verbally or in writing in building and grounds custodial and routine preventive maintenance activities.

Assistant in maintaining seasonal grounds work

Maintains inventory of custodial/maintenance supplies and equipment.

Cleans and preserves designated spaces, equipment etc in the building.

Performs ongoing preventive maintenance and minor repair on plumbing, custodial equipment, ventilation, building structure and hardware.

Performs normal operator adjustments, and service to facility operational equipment such as, but not limited to, compressors, boilers, unit ventilators and fans and maintains records on operational and maintenance activities.

Performs minor electrical maintenance and repairs.

Assists visiting public utilizing the facilities with directions within the building or in obtaining and setting up needed equipment and or material.

Assists outside maintenance with mowing and maintenance of grounds and equipment.

Maintains building and grounds security by locking the building each school day.

Maintain work related records and prepares various reports as directed.

Works consistently with others in a cooperative and respectful manner.

Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal or Director of Operations.

JOB SPECIFICATION

Education and Experience:

High school education, plus several years of progressively responsible experience as a custodian.

Knowledge:

Knowledge of the practices, policies, and procedures of the school district.  Extensive knowledge of the practices, procedures, materials and supplies used for maintenance.  Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of cleaning.  Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in custodial work. 

Skills/Effort:

Ability to complete work requiring constant attention.  Ability to understand and follow detailed oral and written directions.  Ability to operate and/or utilize most equipment/materials such as saws, drill presses, routers, sanders, etc. Skill in performing preventive maintenance, installation, and repair operations incidental to regular duties and/or areas of assignment.  Skill in the use of standard tools. Skill in reading, math and applying plans, specifications.  Ability to communicate effectively with immediate supervisor, staff, and other groups and individuals involved in daily activities.

Working Conditions:

Work is conducted both indoors and outdoors with exposure to discomforting environmental conditions such as heat, cold, humidity, dusts, wetness and heights.  Physical demands include heavy physical effort (lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs.). Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing, walking, pushing/pulling or moving/lifting heavy equipment or supplies is required.  Manual dexterity and mobility, and considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching is necessary. Routine local travel required. Work requires the operation of maintenance equipment, machinery and tools, and involve requiring attention. Must be available for after hours emergencies.

Responsibility:

No budgetary responsibility.