CLASS TITLE: LEAD CUSTODIAN
BASIC FUNCTION:
Provide work direction and guidance to assigned custodians and participate in custodial duties to clean and maintain classrooms, offices, buildings and related assigned facilities in a clean, safe and orderly condition.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
· Assign, monitor and participate in cleaning and custodial functions for assigned classrooms, buildings and related facilities; inspect assigned site and report condition of facility. · Assign, monitor and review the work of assigned custodial personnel; assist in training; submit time sheets of custodians to proper personnel. · Inspect assigned areas for safety hazards and compliance with sanitation standards; report safety, sanitation and fire hazards to appropriate authority. · Perform a variety of custodial duties as required including cleaning floors, walls, fixtures, chalkboards, carpets and restrooms according to established methods and procedures. · Perform minor, non-technical repairs as needed; prepare work orders for emergency maintenance; report need for maintenance repairs to appropriate authority. · Lock and unlock doors and maintain security of school facility. · Pick up paper and debris and sweep and clean walkways and entrances; assist with snow removal from steps, walkways and entrances as needed. · Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums and floor cleaning and polishing machines; assist with ordering supplies and equipment as needed. · Inspect heating and electrical systems to assure proper working condition as assigned. · Provide in-service training for custodial staff as assigned. · Report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus to appropriate personnel; monitor facility and equipment for possible hazards or unsafe conditions and notify appropriate personnel. · Lock and unlock gates, doors and windows; maintain security of the school facility; turn on alarm system as assigned. · Perform special custodial work upon request of faculty. · Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
· Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work and routine non-technical maintenance. · Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition. · Principles of training and providing work direction. · Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. · Modern cleaning methods, including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, chalk boards, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures. · Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. · Basic record-keeping techniques.
ABILITY TO:
· Oversee and participate in custodial work to assure the maintenance of assigned school facility is in a clean, safe and orderly condition. · Train and provide work direction to others. · Inspect, assign and review the work of others. · Work independently with little direction. · Properly estimate quantity and types of supplies and equipment needed. · Use cleaning materials, equipment and methods according to established standards. · Apply and explain schedules, procedures and use of equipment and supplies used in custodial work. · Maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean and working condition. · Perform minor non-technical repairs. · Perform heavy physical labor. · Understand and follow oral and written directions. · Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. · Meet schedules and time lines. · Inspect and assure the security of facilities during assigned shift. · Maintain routine records and reports. · Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and one year custodial experience.