Head Custodian II Position Available In Naugatuck Valley Planning Region, Connecticut

Head Custodian II City of Stamford Washington, CT JOB Under the general direction of a superior, performs supervisory work in the cleaning and maintenance of a large school or City-owned facility or building. Has immediate responsibility for the large public schools or City-owned facilities or buildings, having the more complex operational maintenance problems, supervises, directs and participates in the work of subordinate custodial personnel; does related work as required.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Performs related duties as required.

Makes regular inspection of buildings and grounds to maintain proper cleaning and maintenance schedules.

Assigns cleaning and maintenance work schedules for day and evening shifts of all subordinate custodial personnel.

Makes recommendations to superior for improvements, and new equipment purchases.

Trains new employees in basic duties and methods of custodial work.

Ensure that buildings are heated, cleaned, locked and unlocked for day or evening activities.

Attends staff meetings to provide and receive information from superiors, coordinates changes in work schedules with administrative personnel.

Keeps records of supplies and equipment required for the daily operation of the school/facility building.

Keeps records and makes reports of all activities in and around assigned building complex.

Assists in cleaning and maintenance activities which pertain to custodial staff, giving special attention to the more complex problems involved with particular repairs.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Two (2) years’ experience as a Head Custodian I with the City of Stamford.

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION

There will be a written examination weighted 100% which will test for the following

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.

Thorough knowledge of the principles of fire safety and systems involved in the care and protection of buildings.

Ability to make general maintenance repairs.

Ability to supervise and direct the work of subordinates.

Ability to understand and follow instructions.

Ability to interpret codes and regulations pertaining to asbestos management and the use of chemicals and hazardous cleaning supplies.

FILING REQUIREMENTS

All applicants must complete an online application through the NEOGOV/GovernmentJobs portal. Applications must be submitted no later than the posted closing date. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.