Margaret Harris Comprehensive School is seeking a candidate for the position of Head Custodian. The selected candidate must have excellent leadership skills, knowledgeable in maintenance and safety, and must be a team player. Flexibility and pride in one's work are essential for success in this position.

Salary Grade/Schedule: 108
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Title: Custodian, Head

Under direct supervision, provides supervision, guidance and training for assigned custodial personnel at a DeKalb County School System (DCSD) facility and performs required duties to maintain clean, sanitary, attractive, safe and orderly environment.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are representative for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Performs various custodial and maintenance duties such as cleaning, landscaping, stripping and waxing floors, replacing ceiling lights and tiles and making minor repairs to building equipment.
• Moves furniture and equipment within the facility as required for various activities as directed.
• Provides guidance in performing regular custodial tasks and special project work.
• Makes requisitions for custodial supplies, materials and equipment necessary for the proper maintenance and safety of the facility and submits to appropriate administrators.
• Works on-site premises during periods when principal or building administrator has authorized use of building for special activities.
• Maintains necessary records and prepares reports concerning operations and performance.
• Conducts formal and informal inspections of the building and grounds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of closely related experience is required.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, PERMITS: None.


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
May require:

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, equipment and practices used in maintenance of facilities; the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved; plumbing, electrical, construction and air conditioning equipment; building and maintenance repairs; landscaping; electrical systems; building codes; plumbing; air conditioning and heating; and approved procedures, equipment and materials related to building maintenance and custodial services.
• Skill in effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication; care and use of industrial heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical tools and equipment; record keeping; basic mathematics; time management; and operation of required equipment applications.
• Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make or report proper repairs or adjustments accordingly; interpret and work from schematic diagrams and drawings; work with hands in mechanically oriented situations; learn repetitive tasks quickly; demonstrate continuous physical effort including bending, walking, manipulation of and heavy lifting of equipment; prioritize assignments; manage multiple tasks simultaneously; and plan, direct and supervise the work of others.