Head Custodian

Position Details

Position: Head Custodian (Full-time)

Location: STEM Academy

Pay Rate: $29.34 per hour (may vary based on experience)

Schedule: 40 hours per week, year-round

Benefit Eligible: Yes

Effective Date: As soon as possible

Job Summary

Lead the custodial staff in providing customer service and maintaining cleanliness of the school buildings, grounds, and equipment. Perform all duties associated with the custodian position.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Proficiency in using commercial vacuum cleaners, stripping and buffing machines, lawn mowers, snow plows, and other special tools or equipment.
• Ability to use hand and power tools (hammer, shovel, screwdriver, radial saw, reciprocating saw, drill, pneumatic hammer).
• Solid math skills and dexterity for diluting cleaning chemicals and floor finishes.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, proper storage of cleaning chemicals, and procedures for working with asbestos-containing materials.
• Ability to operate additional equipment such as a tractor, lift, and auto-scrubber.
• Physical strength to exert up to 100 lbs. occasionally, up to 50 lbs. frequently, and up to 20 lbs. constantly.
• Strong working skills at various heights and in hard-to-reach areas (ladders, scaffolding, crawl spaces, attics).
• Excellent communication with staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Valid state vehicle operator's license with a good driving record; meet DASD procedures for transporting students.
• Successful completion of all federal and state background and criminal record checks.
• Adherence to all local, state, federal, and school code employment requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and coordinate staff for cleaning, restoration, special events, facilities use, weather events, and security needs.
• Ensure the building is ready and operational each morning.
• Communicate with staff, parents, and students regarding school functions.
• Assign tasks, verify quality, and control material usage; establish performance levels and document appraisals.
• Work with other employees to set pace and demonstrate proper methods.
• Oversee completion of subordinates' cleaning responsibilities.
• Request, procure, and store necessary tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Counsel subordinates and address informal complaints.
• Decide on annual and sick leave to maintain adequate staffing.
• Screen, complete, and forward work requests, as appropriate.
• Maintain clerical and record-keeping activities, including time cards and state/local reporting.
• Conduct periodic and annual reviews of custodial employees and summer help.
• Inspect facilities, perform repairs within capability, or submit work requests for beyond-capability work.
• Lead training sessions on custodial operations, chemical handling, and hazardous material safety.
• Enforce safety program and apply corrective action as needed.
• Execute all applicable School Board policies and directives.

Benefits

• Medical coverage through IBX PPO plans.
• Prescription coverage via CVS/Caremark with both in-network and out-of-network providers.
• Vision coverage through Vision Benefits of America.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
• Participation in the State Pension System (PSERS).
• Paid Time Off: 12 sick days, 3 personal days (full-time), 10 vacation days for new hires (15 after 5 years, 20 after 15 years), and 19 paid holidays.
• Tuition reimbursement: 75% of tuition at grade B or better, up to 12 credits per year.
• Fitness program: $150 reimbursement after 120 workouts at an approved facility.
• Nutritional counseling: up to 6 free visits to a registered dietitian per year.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential work/life support and health system navigation.
• Telemedicine consultations via SwiftMD at no cost.

Postings current as of 7/21/2026 8:09:59 PM CST (closing date 7/31/2026).