The position of Head Custodian - Elementary will be available immediately at East Central ISD. All individuals (district employees included) who are interested in this position must apply online through Frontline via the district website. The deadline for submitting an application is until the position is filled.

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Responsible for on-site leadership of campus and/or facility Custodial Operations. Establish and follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Work cooperatively with principals, staff, and facilities managers to ensure a high standard of safety, cleanliness, disinfecting, and efficiency of building operations.
Follow assigned work schedules and assist with developing and maintaining work schedules for custodians and substitutes, job tasks, standard procedures, and training for both routine and non-routine custodial work and oversee completion according to district standards.
Conduct new employee orientation and train custodians/substitutes on cleaning, disinfecting, safety, maintenance, repair procedures, as needed.
Complete district safety inspection reports and cleaning inspection reports and follow-up with custodial staff for corrective practices.
Complete equipment preventive maintenance and complete reports.
Maintain all records, reports, and other pertinent paperwork.
Maintain an inventory of cleaning and disinfecting supplies and equipment and order additional supplies and equipment as needed.
Assist in the investigation and testing of new materials, equipment, procedures, and techniques to improve operations.
Inspect and evaluate work performed by custodial and substitute staff and initiate corrective action as necessary.
Implement and maintain established cleaning schedules that include disinfecting, emptying waste, and cleaning floors, windows, furniture, equipment, athletic and co-curricular facilities, and restrooms.
Keep school buildings and grounds, including sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, and play areas, neat and clean.
Comply with local laws and procedures for storage and disposal of trash and recycling.
Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to the supervisor and/or complete work orders.
Follow all ECISD Energy Conservation procedures.
Assist in setting up facilities for regular and special events and move furniture or equipment within the building as directed by supervisor, principal, or designee.
Assume responsibility for opening and closing the building each school day. Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.
Ensure that procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities are followed to include arming/disarming the alarm system.
Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job 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.
Constantly promote personal safety, proper safety procedures, and a safe working environment for all custodial staff.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Note: Not all applicants will be interviewed. Each applicant’s resume, application, and other available information will be considered in the screening process. Only those persons currently meeting all of the minimum requirements will be screened.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of routine custodial practices and methods
Knowledge of equipment, chemicals, and materials used in cleaning and disinfecting processes
Knowledge of minor repair techniques and building and grounds maintenance
Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs.
Ability to understand and execute detailed written or oral instructions
Ability to manage personnel
Effective planning, communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Ability to work extended hours to meet the needs of the Custodial Department and District

EXPERIENCE:
Two years of experience in custodial services

EQUIPMENT USED: E-mist machine, buffer, stripper, auto scrubber, extractor, burnisher, ladder, wet/dry mop, wet and dry vacuum cleaner, floor duster, scraper, scaffold, electric drill, hand tools, shampooer, lawnmower, edger, hand-held gas blower, pressure washer, power sweeper, bucket and wringer, wall washing tool, utility cart, and weed-eater

WORKING CONDITIONS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Frequent walking, climbing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting. Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, reaching, and overhead reaching. Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals, and materials; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours.

East Central ISD: Head Custodian