Job Description

Position Type Full-Time, Monday through Friday (year round employment)

Salary Minimum starting salary of $18.82 per hour, commensurate with experience

Hours 11:00 am - 7:30 pm

Reports To Custodial Foreman

About Us

The Francis Howell School District (FHSD) is a great place to live, work, and go to school. FHSD is committed to attracting and retaining top-tier employees who are motivated to create a positive and effective 21st-century learning environment for students.

The Lead Custodian - Elementary & Early Childhood is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and attractive environment for students, staff, and visitors. The role involves overseeing custodial operations, supporting daily activities, and ensuring that facilities are prepared for classroom activities and campus events.

Key Responsibilities

• Safety & Accessibility:
  • Assist with snow removal to ensure access and safety.
  • Prepare the site for daily operations and events (e.g., opening gates, raising flags).
  • Monitor students and staff to prevent injuries and ensure site safety.
• Cleaning & Maintenance:
  • Clean classrooms, offices, restrooms, and grounds to maintain a sanitary environment.
  • Perform summer maintenance tasks (e.g., stripping/waxing floors, moving furniture).
  • Conduct minor maintenance on custodial equipment and fixtures (e.g., changing vacuum belts).
• Support & Leadership:
  • Oversee and support assigned custodial personnel to ensure tasks are performed efficiently.
  • Distribute custodial supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Train custodial staff to develop safety and trade skills.
• Supplies & Safety:
  • Replenish classroom and restroom supplies (e.g., paper towels, soap).
  • Respond to immediate safety and operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, alarms).
  • Secure the facility by locking doors, gates, and activating alarms.
• Other Duties:
  • Conduct safety drills and training (e.g., fire, intruder, earthquake).
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned to ensure the efficient functioning of the site.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience: Job-related experience with increasing levels of responsibility in custodial services is required.
• Skills: Ability to operate industrial cleaning equipment, adhere to safety practices, and maintain accurate records.
• Knowledge: Methods of industrial cleaning, basic maintenance tools, and safety procedures.
• Abilities: Schedule activities, manage tasks, work with diverse individuals, and adapt to changing priorities.

Benefits

FHSD offers a comprehensive employer-paid benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Medical and dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
• District-paid Short-Term Disability
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

Family coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.

Physical Demands

• Frequent walking and standing.
• Significant lifting, pushing, and pulling.
• Occasional climbing, kneeling, and crawling.

We look forward to receiving your application and potentially welcoming you to the FHSD team!