Lead Custodian at Marshall Middle School

Position: Lead Custodian
Location: In-Person, Marshall Middle School
FTE: 1.0 FTE, 260 Day Contract
Shift: Day Shift, 8 Hours Per Day
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Night/Weekend Work: Occasional
Travel Required: No
Salary: $23.66-$26.03 Per Hour
FLSA: Non-Exempt

Marshall Public Schools is seeking applications for the position of Lead Custodian at Marshall Middle School - serving grades 5-8.

The Lead Custodian serves as the on-site lead for custodial operations, coordinating daily work assignments, monitoring quality standards, and acting as the primary liaison between custodial staff, building principals and district administration. This position offers year-round employment, competitive benefits, opportunities for training and professional development, and the ability to play a key role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Plan, assign, monitor, review, train, and supervise the work of custodial staff.

• Instruct, advise, and demonstrate work methods, practices, and procedures to custodial staff in order to complete work assignments expediently and assist in training.

• Order cleaning supplies and equipment in coordination with the operations office.

• Conducts inspections to ensure the site is within district standards.

• Performs other custodial duties such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, floor stripping, waxing, and buffing floor surfaces, cleaning restroom areas and replenishing paper supplies and soap as necessary, cleaning windows, walls, woodwork, blinds and light fixtures, dusting and cleaning desks and other furniture and emptying trash receptacles.

• Perform minor and/or routine maintenance on custodial tools, machinery, equipment and building.

• Ensure that the site and grounds are maintained in compliance with the school district's and maintenance department's standards and guidelines.

• Keep computerized records and work orders system up to date by regular data entry, verification, and closure of completed work orders.

• Check and respond to emails, manage work order systems, inventory systems, and basic computer applications.

• Respond to facility emergencies, alarm calls, weather-related events, and other situations requiring immediate attention.

• Participate in Professional Development and Training. 

• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Three years of custodial, maintenance, or facilities experience preferred

• Previous lead, supervisory, or team leadership experience preferred

• Demonstrates professional behavior, promoting a positive environment with staff, public, and peers

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor and other staff

• Ability to communicate with building and district administration

• Ability to appreciate diversity in all interactions and job functions

• Ability to supervise and train custodial staff to meet standards

• Ability to operate equipment

• Basic knowledge of building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing and other small maintenance tasks)

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma

• Completion of some relevant college coursework is preferred

• Three years of custodial, maintenance, or facilities experience preferred

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, AND REGISTRATIONS:

• Valid Driver's License

• Minnesota First Class C Boiler Engineer License preferred. The district will consider qualified candidates who possess another Minnesota boiler engineer license classification and are willing to obtain a First-Class C Boiler Engineer License within a timeframe established by the district.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The regular work environment of this position is both indoor and outdoor setting, and the incumbent will be exposed to extreme temperatures and adverse weather conditions.

Physical activities generally include frequent movement, including reaching, sitting, standing, walking, pushing, lifting, pulling, stooping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. Incumbents will be required to stand for prolonged periods.

Will frequently be required to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of furniture or equipment and may occasionally be required to lift and/or move items of up to 100 pounds.

Will be exposed to noise such as machinery and equipment, as well as fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, and poor ventilation. Occasionally subjected to mechanical and electrical hazards, radiant energy, and bodily fluids. May occasionally be required to use protective devices such as a respirator and/or special clothing.

May be required to adjust regular schedule to work evenings and/or weekends as necessary or required to provide employee training, event coverage, weather clean up or responding to emergencies.

MPS BENEFITS:

This position will follow the terms of the Custodial Association Master Agreement.

• Sick Leave/Earned Sick and Safe Time

• Personal Leave

• Vacation Leave

• Insurance Offerings: Health, Dental, Life Insurance

• Uniform allowance - $275.00 per year

• PERA (Public Employee Retirement Association) Contribution

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as an aggressive timeline will be used for this search in order to find the best candidate. If interested, please apply at www.marshall.k12.mn.us. Position is open until filled.

Questions About the Position: Contact the Supervisor of Building and Grounds, Phia Moua at (507) 929-2613 or phia.moua@marshall.k12.mn.us.

Marshall, MN is located in Southwest Minnesota and is a regional hub for the southwest corner of the state. Marshall is also the home to Southwest Minnesota State University and several national and global industries, including the Schwan Food Company, Ralco, and US Bank.

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It is the policy of Marshall Public Schools to provide equal employment opportunity for all, without discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, membership or activity in a local commission, disability, sexual orientation or age.