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Head Custodian
- Indianapolis, IN, United States
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- Experience
- Minimum of 3–5 years of custodial/janitorial experience, preferably in an educational or institutional setting.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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The Head Custodian leads, coaches, and coordinates a team of 8 to 10 custodians dedicated to maintaining a safe, clean, and welcoming learning environment across BDU's campus, including the Preschool and Adult Education facilities. This role requires an approachable, team-oriented leader who combines operational expertise with exceptional interpersonal skills - delegating effectively, fostering a positive workplace culture, and remaining open to continuous growth and feedback.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Manage daily schedules, shift coverage, and task assignments for a custodian team of 8–10 staff members.
• Inspect campus buildings daily - including specialized areas like Preschool classrooms and Adult Ed facilities - to ensure high standards of cleanliness, safety, and hygiene.
• Monitor supply inventories, place orders for cleaning chemicals and equipment, and track maintenance requests.
• Oversee site setup and teardown for school programs, evening Adult Ed classes, weekend events, and administrative meetings.
Qualifications & Skill Requirements
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of custodial/janitorial experience, preferably in an educational or institutional setting.
• Proven leadership capability with experience delegating tasks and guiding small to medium-sized teams.
• Outstanding interpersonal and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated openness to coaching, performance feedback, and ongoing professional development.
• Knowledge of standard commercial cleaning methods, chemical safety protocols (SDS/OSHA), and equipment operation.
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Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Cleaning
- Leadership
- Communication skills
- Coaching
- Cleaning techniques