Building Custodian III

Summary

Assumes responsibility for building operations consisting of cleaning the building, heating, ventilation, and the general supervision of the maintenance of all equipment in the building and on the grounds; Directs and plans the work of all custodial staff, making arrangements for successful operation, arranging workloads, and assisting employees in performing their duties satisfactorily; This position is the Head Custodian in the Middle and High Schools

Essential Duties

• Schedules and assigns work for self and other custodial staff to ensure cleanliness of the building
• Monitors the upkeep of the building and grounds to ensure they are maintained in an acceptable manner
• Operates various equipment, weighing 75 lbs or more, for scrubbing, buffing, and waxing floors
• Operates carpet cleaning and maintenance equipment weighting in the excess of 50 lbs Instructs custodial staff in the proper use of supplies and equipment
• Ensures daily that all doors are properly opened during occupancy and all bolted and secured after hours
• Performs all procedures involved in shutting off the electrical power, water and gas mains to the building, and lighting (igniting) the pilot light on the kitchen appliances and the boiler
• Orders custodial supplies and ensures receipt of supplies;
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies in order to effectively carry out the work
• Performs minor repairs and maintenance as needed;
• Submits maintenance work orders when necessary
• Prepares cleaning/maintenance reports such as emergency assignment schedules; Documents problems and performance issues of custodial staff
• Assists maintenance personnel as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

Certification/Licensure

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of Fulton County Schools custodial experience or 3 years of outside custodial experience required; Some experience working in a lead or supervisory position preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Working Conditions

Physical Demands