MOUNTAIN VIEW-LOS ALTOS UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 1299 BRYANT AVENUE MOUNTAIN VIEW CA 94040 CLASS TITLE: LEAD CUSTODIAN BASIC FUNCTION: The Lead Custodian is directly responsible to the School Site Administrator. The Lead Custodian plans, assigns, directs and participates in the cleaning, custodial, and routine maintenance functions for assigned school classrooms, buildings, and other facilities. Employees in this classification receive limited supervision within the framework of standard policies and procedures. Employees in this classification direct, coordinate and supervise the work of others in a lead capacity. This job class exercises independent judgment in the selection of work methods and procedures used in general custodial maintenance projects at assigned school site. REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: Plan, assign, direct, and participate in the cleaning, custodial, and routine maintenance functions for assigned school site classrooms, buildings, and other facilities Act as lead person for assigned custodial personnel Inspect completed work for accuracy and compliance to instructions and established standards Perform minor repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment, including incidental painting when needed Inspect assigned area(s) for sanitary and safety hazards and reports hazards to appropriate authority Requisition cleaning supplies and materials for assigned facilities/plant Clean and maintain classroom, restroom, shower, locker room, shop, cafeteria, gymnasium, offices, auditorium, and related facilities. Clean wall, furniture, windows, woodwork, chalkboards, carpets, and floors Sweeps walks and driveways and picks up paper and rubbish Directs and assists in the set up and arrangement of furniture and facilities for special meetings and/or events Confer with school site administrator regarding custodial and maintenance projects and activities at assigned site Lock and unlock doors and gates to ensure security of buildings and related areas Prepare routine records and reports related to assigned site custodial operations Direct and participate in the routine maintenance of custodial tools and equipment Request work orders for major maintenance needs Act as information source to subordinate custodians regarding work method, procedure, problem, etc. Perform other duties similar to the above in scope and function as required KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: KNOWLEDGE OF: Modern cleaning methods, materials, tools, and equipment District policies and procedures related to custodial work Safety rules and regulations associated with custodial work Knowledge of the care and maintenance of custodial and building equipment and tools Security practices and policies of the District ABILITY TO: Communicate effectively in both oral and written forms Direct, coordinate, and prioritize work of others Understand and follow oral and written instructions in an independent manner Safely operate and apply custodial equipment, materials, and chemicals Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform required duties Establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school, including or supplemented by training and preferably two years of similar experience. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: • Heavy physical labor • Exposure to detergents and cleaning chemicals • Work under pressure of deadlines and time constraints Licenses and other requirements: • Criminal Justice fingerprint clearance • Evidence of TB clearance If required to operate a vehicle: • Valid California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License • Acceptable driving record and qualification for insurability by the District’s insurance carrier