Custodian, Day Lead II

DESCRIPTION 

This is a working supervisory custodial position.  An employee in this class, with technical supervision from the custodial services manager or assistant manager and administrative supervision from a building administrator, is responsible for the cleanliness and maintenance of the assigned facility and grounds.  This individual works in conjunction with the Night Custodial Lead II to ensure the cleanliness of the building.  The incumbent exercises general supervision over assigned custodians.  Work is evaluated through observation while work is in progress and by inspection of completed assignments. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

Applicants must meet all qualifications below to be considered for the vacancy. 

Education: 

• High School diploma or GED (must scan and upload to the online application). Education completed outside the United States must be evaluated by an MSDE approved organization. For a list of approved vendors, please click here. 

Experience: 

• Two years of experience as a custodian. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• One year of experience as a custodian in a school system or building maintenance. 

ESSENTIAL POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 

The below list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. 

• Coordinates and directs all aspects of routine building and grounds maintenance including general cleaning, snow removal and lawn mowing 

• Performs inspections to ensure building security and cleanliness of the building 

• Ensures custodial staff is trained to secure building and equipment 

• Cleans buildings by sweeping, dusting, mopping, scrubbing, sealing, washing surfaces, vacuuming, buffing surfaces, etc. 

• Performs ground maintenance by mowing, watering, sweeping and weeding 

• Moves and stores furniture and equipment 

• Removes snow and ice 

• Must be available for emergency calls. 

• Maintains a school system facility 

• Periodically inspects assigned areas and tasks to ensure work is performed in accordance with established  

• standards 

• Maintains necessary records and prepares reports, requisitions and receives supplies 

• Issues cleaning materials 

• Maintains a basic custodial supply reserve 

• Cleans, lubricates, adjusts and performs other preventive maintenance on buildings and equipment. 

• Notifies the principal of necessary repairs which are beyond the scope of the assigned custodial personnel 

• Assigns and supervise custodians relevant to tasks 

• May be responsible for employee evaluations and relevant documentation 

• Performs other duties as assigned. 

Employee Safety 

• The employee is responsible for the use of safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents. The employee is responsible for using safe practices and methods in the operation and supplies related to their job. 

• The employee is further responsible for correcting any conditions within the building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees, students, or staff assigned to the building and reporting same to the appropriate administrator. 

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

The below list is a summary of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for success in this position, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list.  

• Knowledge of equipment, supplies and practices in housekeeping management. 

• Knowledge of procedures and methods used to requisition supplies and maintain supply records and reports. 

• Knowledge of building maintenance. 

• Knowledge and ability to maintain boilers and building mechanical systems. 

• Ability to make minor repairs. 

• Ability to assemble furniture and equipment used at an assigned facility. 

• Knowledge of current negotiated agreement, Integrated Pest Management Program (IPM) booklet and Energy Management Program (EMP), Automated Service Request Information Systems General (ASRIS). 

• Knowledge of supervision and leadership principals. 

• Ability to communicate effective in writing and orally. 

• Ability to plan and organize work, delegate work to others, be a self starter and motivate others. 

• Ability to provide leadership to the custodial staff. 

• Strong human relations skills with students, administrators, co-workers, parents and the community. 

• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing and servicing contractors. 

• Knowledge of the English language. 

• Ability to understand operating manuals. 

• Ability to understand warning instructions on cleaning items. 

• Ability to work outdoors under adverse weather conditions. 

• Ability to operate cleaning and grass cutting machines. 

• Ability and willingness to attend and participate in training sessions. 

• Ability to learn and practice acceptable cleaning methods. 

• Ability and willingness to acquire skills in the operation of cleaning and grass-cutting machines used in the assigned facility. 

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS  

Physical Requirements 

• Requires extensive walking, stooping, pushing, carrying, climbing, bending and lifting. 

• Ability to pick up and carry 65 pounds. 

• Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time. 

• Ability to climb ladders and stairs. 

• Ability to hear the normally spoken word at 25 feet. 

The person selected for this position must meet all requirements of the physical examination administered by a medical service selected by the Howard County Department of Education. 

Working Hours 

• The duty day for a full-time position is 8.5 hours per day including an unpaid duty-free thirty-minute lunch. 

• This position is designated as an “emergency employee” under the AFSCME negotiated agreement and may require a response during inclement weather and other emergencies. When work cannot be scheduled during the school year during normal hours, weekend/evening and shift work may be required as allowed by the AFSCME negotiated agreement.  

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS 

Complete applications must be submitted, and once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to add documentation or make any changes. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.  
 
SELECTION CRITERIA 

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. Interviews will be limited to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the basic requirements, have experience which most closely matches the position qualifications and the needs of the school system.  

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION 

Compensation 

This is a 12-month per year position in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) employee unit. The current salary range for this position is Grade 7 on the Custodial Salary Scale. Step placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System and the AFSCME Master Agreement which considers relevant prior experience. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is not exempt from overtime.