Custodian Supervisor chez Desert View Schools

Job Summary:

The Custodial Supervisor performs responsible supervisory work involving the assignment and direct supervision of custodial employees in maintaining the cleanliness and sanitation of buildings, offices, classrooms, furnishings, and equipment,t as well as building entrances and exterior walkways.  The Custodial Supervisor is also responsible for training new employees in proper custodial procedures, including the use of manually operated tools, electrically powered machines, cleaning compounds, solvents, and chemicals.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Supervises the activities of custodians directly by using both verbal and written instructions in compliance with the guidelines provided by the facilities supervisor and using independent judgment in instances not covered by the guidelines. 

• Ensures that custodial services meet the needs of the schools and established custodial guidelines by scheduling work activities and adjusting workloads to compensate for scheduled and unscheduled absences, changing priorities, and special custodial projects.

• Ensures that the quality of custodial services meets established guidelines by inspecting the work of custodial personnel and directing corrective measures to be taken when necessary to meet those guidelines.

• Develops an effective team of custodial personnel by instructing all employees in the proper methods and use of materials and equipment for safe and efficient work performance, evaluating individual performances to meet established standards, providing require performance evaluations on custodial personnel and making recommendations regarding the retention of new employees.

• Assists in hiring qualified employees by participating in the interview process and making recommendations regarding the employment of applicants.

• Ensures that custodial personnel have the equipment and supplies necessary to perform custodial services by issuing supplies as needed, completing request form(s) for replacement items, and storing the supplies and equipment in a secure storage facility.

• Advises the immediate supervisor on the condition of school buildings and facilities by conducting regular inspections of those areas and reporting the results of the inspections with particular emphasis on needed repairs.

• Performs daily custodial duties as needed in support of the departmental mission.

• Contributes to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds.

• Remains competent and current by attending training and/or courses required by the immediate supervisor.

• Contributes to the overall success of the assigned department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Essential Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED

Essential Physical Functions and Working Conditions    

• Must be able to traverse at least 75% of the time to fulfill the needs of the position 

• Must be able to operate janitorial equipment and other electronic devices, which will require repetitive motions 

• Must be able to position yourself to assist staff, students, or other duties as assigned

• Will regularly perform duties that require repetitive motion

• Must be able to communicate, this is both by being able to talk and to hear, and to be able to observe your surroundings

• May need to transport boxes and any other equipment necessary to fulfill the essential functions of the job

• Must be able to have a working knowledge of janitorial equipment and operate it in a safe manner

• Exposure to working conditions: the job is primarily indoors, so exposure to fluorescent lighting and other elements typical in a school setting. May also be exposed to outdoor elements when performing outside job responsibilities

• May be exposed to chemicals and other cleaning solvents

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. 

This job description is subject to change at any time. By signing this job description, I am indicating that I can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations. If at any point I am unable to perform the essential functions of the job, I will discuss it with management or Human Resources.