Primary Purpose: 

Supervise custodial staff and ensure the building and grounds are cleaned by using routine procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Valid class C Texas driver’s license and proof of insurability with District insurance carrier

Special Knowledge/Skills

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

Strong organizational, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills

Demonstrated ability to supervise and coordinate personnel to accomplish tasks

Broad knowledge of school housekeeping

Ability to operate and train in heavy cleaning equipment and the proper use of cleaning supplies

Ability to speak, read, and write English

Bilingual Spanish, preferred

Ability to utilize technology resources relevant to the position

Experience

Supervisory experience with custodial staff, preferably in educational environment

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

1. Work cooperatively with principals and supervisors to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations.
2. Collaborate with the Operations Manager in matters pertaining to cleaning and maintaining buildings.
3. Complete administrative tasks as assigned.
4. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required.
5. Provide inventory of cleaning equipment and supplies at all campuses as needed
6. Provide routine preventive maintenance of equipment and document an emergency repair system.
7. Report and manage repairs through Facilities online workflow system
   • Personnel Management
8. Select, train, supervise, and evaluate custodial staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
9. Conduct on-the-job training as needed and ensure that new employees receive training and orientation for job responsibilities
10. Counsel employees as needed or document behavior and conduct.
11. Oversee work schedules and procedures for the regular custodial care of all district facilities and special custodial projects and make work assignments as needed.
12. Promote teamwork and high standards among staff.

Other

13. Respond in a timely manner when contacted regarding urgent situations or emergencies (during or outside of normal business hours)
14. Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible; and serve as a role model for staff, students, and public
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Safety

16. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
17. Contribute to preventing accidents and injuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to a supervisor, and being proactive in the ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate the performance of team members.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Computer and peripherals, office equipment; hand tools; buffer, stripper, wet/dry vacuum cleaner, shampooer, cleaning chemicals

Posture: Frequent sitting, standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladder, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, use of computer mouse, overhead reaching

Lifting: Lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds without assistance, 30-55 pounds with assistance, and more than 55 pounds with appropriate assistance, on a daily basis

Visual: Use of depth perception; distinguish basic colors

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; on rooftops; frequent exposure to hot and cold temperature and humid conditions, electrical hazards, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise and vibration; work around moving objects and vehicles, ladders, scaffolding, pallet jacks and lift equipment; occasional irregular and/or prolonged hours; frequent driving; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. The information in this document is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.