Lead Custodian 7 am - 3:30 pm
REPORTS TO: Building Administrator and/or Facilities Director
SALARY: Starting at $19.16 per hour
LOCATION: Holmes Elementary School
HOURS: 7:00 AM TO 3:30 pm
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 52 Weeks Per Year
SUMMARY:
The custodian position within Ypsilanti Community Schools works in conjunction with a head custodian and reports to the building administrator and Director of Facilities. He/she is responsible for the general maintenance of an assigned area within a school building. However, assignments are subject to change, and custodians are expected to accept direction from a building administrator, the Director of Facilities, and accept information as it flows through the secretary of the building as well as any Head Custodian assigned to the building.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Must pass the physical exam, including drug screen.
Ability to lift up to sixty (60) pounds safely.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to work effectively with a positive attitude with the custodial staff in their assigned building.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal directions.
Ability to communicate effectively with varying levels of the community, including, but not limited to, co-workers, building administrators, students, parents, and outside contractors.
Ability to seek clarification, gather information, and make independent decisions when necessary.
Knowledge of proper cleaning methods, safe use of tools, and general care practices of a school facility.
Willing to learn the location of valves, critical shut-off points, and shut-down procedures for utilities in case of breakdowns or emergencies.
Ability and willingness to be flexible, accept additional or other tasks, and perform them as assigned by the building administrator and/or Director of Facilities.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
The custodian position is assigned a regular daily schedule and is expected to arrive on time, ready for work, and punch in and out on the time clock at the beginning and end of their work day. The custodian position is expected to adhere to his/her regular schedule on a daily basis unless formally notified by the Director of Facilities. The custodian position will be assigned a specific area or areas to maintain but may be asked, on occasions, to accept or perform custodial duties in different areas of a building.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.
1. Clean assigned rooms, offices, entryways, restrooms, and specialized areas (i.e., auditorium, locker room, gym, kitchen, or clinics, etc.) on a daily basis using appropriate tools and supplies properly.
Clean windows on entryways, doors, and showcases on a regular basis and clean other fixtures (i.e. showcases, doors, kitchen equipment, podiums, etc.) on an as-needed basis (may be daily) to ensure clean and acceptable conditions for all building occupants.
Clean restrooms (including scrubbing and disinfecting toilets, wash basins, and fixtures) properly using appropriate chemicals and tools on a daily basis. Fill toilet paper supply, hand towel supply, and soap supply as needed.
Sweeps hallways and entrances every evening and cleans hard floors on schedule with chemicals and floor machines.
Mops floors in assigned areas, including entryways, cafeterias, lavatories, hallways, and offices, to remove any mud, water, salt, or slush tracked into the building or to clean up spills or accidents.
Clean, wash, and/or dust any horizontal surface as assigned in the area as scheduled, including shelving, desks (adult or student), window sills, counters, and other furniture as requested.
Maintain any custodial equipment (vacuums, floor machines, buffers, mops, dispenser units, etc.) in a condition so that they will continue to work and provide longevity. Discontinue use and report any malfunctioning equipment to the Head Custodian in the building and the Director of Facilities for repair.
Secure the building after all daily activities have ended or secure all entrance ways except for those necessary to allow for special event traffic while the building is open to the public.
Custodian positions assigned to an evening shift where he/she is the last person in the building are expected to secure the building by checking that all exterior entryways and windows are secure and locked and by setting the security alarm properly.
In heavy winter weather conditions during the winter months, the custodial position may be asked to assist with snow removal from all walks including entrances and public sidewalks - proper snow removal equipment will be provided.
Report any vandalism to the Head Custodian and building administrator.
Report any maintenance needs or repairs to the Head Custodian and Director of Facilities.
Compile a weekly order list including needed supplies and submit to the Head Custodian on a timely basis.
Work as a team with the Head Custodian and District Maintenance Department to ensure the success of delivery of services to the District.
Perform additional duties which are required by the building administrator / Director of Facilities which relate to maintenance, cleanliness, and custodial care of the building and the support of the Custodial and Maintenance Departments.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is frequently required to interact with the public and other staff. The employee is directly responsible for students' safety, well-being, and work output.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Complete all sections of the online application at: Employment Link.
DEADLINE:
until filled.
TERMS:
The contract, salary and other employment conditions will be established by the Board of Education. Applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment for this position will be required to commit to leadership with a traditional and/or balanced calendar. Further, applicants must agree to fully participate in all relevant training inclusive of or unique to the building assigned and the District.
FUNCTIONS OF POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This position description has been prepared to define the general duties of the position, provide examples of work, and detail the required knowledge, skills, and ability, as well as the acceptable experience and training for the position. The description is not intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the duties of employees under supervision. The Ypsilanti Community Schools retains and reserves any and all rights to change, modify, amend, add to, or delete from any portion of this description in its sole judgment.
This position description is not a contract for employment.
The Ypsilanti Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer, in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The District will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
At Ypsilanti Community Schools (YCS), we define Cultural Proficiency as a mindset, a worldview, and a way an individual or an organization makes assumptions for effectively describing, responding to, and planning for issues that arise in diverse learning environments. Cultural Proficiency it’s a process that we must trust, believe in, and live through our actions daily. At YCS, we are committed to deep equity work regarding excellence, voice, and access by strategically focusing on the right work at the right time for the right common purpose.
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, immigration status, sex (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any legally protected category not otherwise listed, (collectively, “Protected Classes”), in its programs and activities, includi
