Head Custodian IV

Head Custodian IV Loudoun County Public Schools Potomac Falls High School - Sterling, Virginia This job is also posted in Loudoun County Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5639043

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Apr 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description Job Overview The Head Custodian IV serves as the evening working leader for a high school custodial team of ten (10) or more custodians that performs building cleaning and facility operations. The Head Custodian IV will perform quality control of the work completed by the custodial team will ensure the high school is properly cleaned. Roles and Responsibilities The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed. This is not a comprehensive listing of all responsibilities or tasks; work may differ and other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate. Prepares cleaning assignments for all members of the custodial cleaning team and adjusts assignments for absences due to team member sickness, vacation or position vacancy; performs quality control checks of cleaning team assignments and directs re-cleaning of spaces where necessary Handles personnel events during the evening shift, referring discipline or poor performance issues to the building administrator. Reviews and approves annual leave requests for custodial team Performs and directs the minor maintenance and proper cleaning of all assigned custodial equipment Orders custodial supplies from Facilities Services; follows instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies; uses only authorized Facilities Services supplied cleaning chemicals as directed Ensures that exterior maintenance duties such as grass mowing, snow plowing, bush trimming, and trash collecting are performed by the daytime custodian or the custodial team as appropriate Ensures that the school building is secure and that the security alarm is set when the evening shift is complete; ensures that building checks are completed every day when school is not in session Coordinates custodial staff to provide building supervision for school and community use events on nights, weekends, and holidays Qualifications Below are the minimum qualifications for this job. Equivalent combinations of education and experience are also acceptable. Education High School Diploma or GED Experience Licenses and Certifications Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess leadership ability and cleaning knowledge and ability Working knowledge of methods, materials, and practices used in building custodian work including the proper use and care of custodial equipment Knowledge of safe and efficient procedures for operating custodial equipment and conducting custodial operations Ability to train and inspect the work of the custodial team Ability to read, write, and maintain routine records Good human relations and communications skills Physical Requirements The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this job: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects or tools; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch or bend, climb a ladder, and may be required to lift up to approximately 50 pounds. May be exposed to extreme temperatures or other inclement weather, and loud noises. Reports to:

Principal

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Months/Days/Hours:

12 months/ 254 days/ 8 hours

Salary Level:

Universal 8

Salary Scale:

https://www.lcps.org/compensation

Salary Range:

$27.81-$35.79

Remote Work Eligible:

No

Collective Bargaining Unit:

Non-Certified Essential Personnel Disclosure Employees who perform the responsibilities of this job are considered essential personnel. Essential personnel are designated employees who must report for work during a delay or emergency situations. A workplace emergency is an unforeseen situation that threatens the staff, pupils, or the public; disrupts or shuts down business operations; or causes physical or environmental damage. Emergencies may be natural or manmade. It is incumbent upon the supervisor to inform and confirm which essential personnel are required to work during emergency closings. Notification and confirmation of the expectation of essential personnel to report to work, or maintain as-needed status, will be executed with as much advanced notice as possible via in-person communication or email.

Position Type:

Full-Time