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Head Custodian
- Davenport Community Schools (Davenport, IA)
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Head Custodian JobID: 12171
+ Position Type:
Custodial/ Head Custodian
+ Date Posted:
10/20/2025
+ Location:
Mid City High
+ Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Mid City High School or DepartmentHead Custodian Assignment Open10/17/25 Date
5:30 am Start Time2:00 pm End Time8 Number of Hours/DayHead Custodian ClassificationHigh School Grade Level
1/5/2026 New Assignment Date
INTERNAL BIDS THRU10/28/25 @ 4:00 PM. EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (WE WILL HIRE EXTERNALLY IF NO SUCCESSFUL INTERNAL BIDDER): Open until filled. New Hire: Entry Level Rate $20.79/hr. Current employees with seniority in the bargaining unit, please refer to the Salary Schedule established by the bargaining unit.
Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)
+ Works with and directs other custodial service employees
+ Teaches new custodians district approved cleaning stands and techniques
+ Directs and participates in deep cleaning during breaks
+ Gives directions to Lead Custodian regarding tasks to be accomplished
+ Makes minor equipment/building repairs
+ Is able to proficiently use School Dude for the electronic delivery of work orders and to access facilities management
+ Maintains appropriate inventory of custodial supplies, orders as needed, and is fiscally responsible for custodial supply building budget
+ Responsible for recording and posting overtime for all facility events
+ Responsible for maintaining and updating Building Information Binder
+ Collaborates and communicates with administrators about infrastructure concerns/issues and responds in a timely manner
+ Provides coaching as needed to other custodial staff
+ Works cooperatively with building staff to ensure set-ups for activities or events are properly scheduled
+ Reports absences, infraction of work rules, and inadequate work completion to Supervisor of Custodial staff
+ Participates in evaluation of employees by ensuring a fair and equitable assessment of performance
+ Reports payroll electronically
+ Ensures the proper completion of preventative maintenance procedures by directing the work of other custodial staff to complete these tasks or performing them independently
+ Has assigned specific cleaning tasks which may include cleaning restrooms, stairwells, hallways, entries etc.
+ Responsible for snow removal from walks, steps, and entries
+ Assists in loading and unloading school supplies and equipment
+ Maintains HVAC system as directed by Supervisor of Maintenance
+ Ensures the security procedures regarding locking of doors and windows are followed by those supervised
+ Primary contact person with security issues related to building infrastructure after hours
+ Establishes and sets expectations for grounds keeping schedule of all custodial staff including mowing, trimming of weeds, and care of small bushes/trees
+ Establishes routines and gives direction to ensure the maximum energy conservation in the operation of the building
+ Establishes and sets routines to ensure that grounds are trash-free at all time
+ Annually inspect playgrounds
+ Performs other duties as assigned
Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV X Yes No)
+ Have the physical ability to lift and carry 56 lbs.
+ Have the physical ability to climb an eight-foot ladder and perform custodial tasks
+ Ability to climb steps and work on uneven ground
+ Ability to understand and follow oral instructions
Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)
+ Must have high degree or GED
+ Computer experience in use of Outlook, Word, Google, Excel, and School Dude
+ Must have passed or is willing to take the Head/Lead/HVAC Class and demonstrate proficiency by passing required exam following completion of course
+ 2 years of custodial experience with six (6) months proven supervisory experience
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