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Job Description
Head Custodian
Downingtown, PA
1 DAYS AGO
22619559
Summary
Downingtown, PA
In-Person
$26.87 per Hour
1 Years Experience
High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED)
No Commission
40.00 hours per week / Day Shift / Full-Time
Description Position:
Full-time Head Custodian (JobID 5563)
Location:
West Bradford Elementary Pay Rate:
$26.87 per hour (may vary based on experience)
Schedule:
40 hours per week, year-round
Benefit Eligible:
Yes Effective Date:
June 22, 2026
Job Summary:
To act as the leader over custodians engaged in customer service and the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings, grounds, and assigned equipment. Performs the full range of duties associated with the custodian position.
Qualifications:
To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of educational achievement, training, skills and/or ability necessary. High School diploma or equivalent.
Ability to properly use all types of commercial vacuum cleaners, stripping and buffing machines, lawn mowers, snow plows, and any special tool or piece of equipment assigned for the performance of duties.
Ability to use hand tools (e.g., hammer, shovel, screwdriver) and power tools (e.g., radial saw, reciprocating saw, drill, pneumatic hammer).
Sufficient mathematic skills, site and dexterity to properly use and dilute cleaning chemicals and floor finishes.
Knowledgeable of safety regulations, proper methods for using and storing cleaning chemical and floor finishes and
procedures for working in areas with asbestos containing materials.
Ability to operate equipment (e.g., tractor, lift, auto-scrubber).
Ability to exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, lift and/or exert up to 50 lbs. of force frequently, lift and/or exert up to 20 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
Ability to perform tasks at different height levels and in hard to reach places (e.g., ladders, scaffolding, crawl spaces, attics).
Ability to effectively communicate with staff, students, parents, and the public in a professional manner.
Must have and maintain a valid state vehicle operator's license and a good driving record. Must meet DASD procedures for transporting students (including motor vehicle record check; please see attached documents for more information).
Must successfully complete and maintain compliance with all federal and state background and criminal record check requirements
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Candidate must adhere to all local, state, federal, and school code requirements for employment
Duties & Responsibilities:
Employee must have the ability to perform the following essential functions on a timely basis with or without reasonable accommodations. Plans, schedules and coordinates, through the Principal and Custodial Supervisor, all staffing needs for the cleaning, restoration, special events, facilities use, weather events, and security needs that are required at the school.
Responsible for building's opening and/or operational readiness each morning.
Will be required to communicate with staff, parents and children regarding school functions.
Assigns tasks to subordinates, checks accomplishments for quality and that the materials are used economically. Establishes performance levels of subordinates, documents formal appraisals of their work performance.
Works along with other employees, setting the pace and demonstrating proper work methods.
Ensures oversight and completion of cleaning responsibilities of subordinates.
Ensures needed tools, equipment and supplies are requisitioned, available, used and stored properly.
Counsels subordinates and attempts to resolve informal complaints and grievances.
Makes decisions on requests for annual leave and sick leave, ensuring the building is properly staffed to maintain custodial operations.
Receives and screens work requests, completes work requests within capabilities, and forwards the remaining work requests to the District work receptionist.
Performs clerical and internal record keeping activities, including time cards, and/or any applicable data reporting required by state and local authorities.
Performs periodic and annual reviews of custodial employees and summer help.
Performs inspections of facilities and makes repairs within capabilities or submits work requests for work beyond the incumbent's capability.
Conducts training sessions on custodial operations and methods, and on the handling of chemicals and other hazardous materials.
Instructs employees on safety practices and procedures, rules and regulations, and enforces the safety program, counseling and taking corrective action as needed.
Executes all applicable policies and directives of the School Board. Paid Time Off
Sick days - 12 annually
3 personal days annually for full-time employees; 2 annually for part-time
10 vacation days annually for new hires; 15 days after 5 years of employment; 20 days after 15 years
Vacation payout for unused days - up to 10 days annually
19 paid holidays per year for full-time employees
Retiree Benefits
Personal Days Payout
Sick Days Payout
Salary Increases
Based on position and current rate Questions about this position? Please email HRrecruiting@dasd.org! EOE Additional Details
Driver's License:
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