About this role
SUMMARY The Coordinator of Custodians and Special Events is responsible for planning, supervising, reviewing, and evaluating activities. Reports to: Director of Facilities FLSA Class: Exempt Hours: 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Plans, organizes, coordinates, assigns direction, provides training and work reviews of assigned staff and outside contractors; provides input during the preparation of employee evaluations; participates in the interview and hiring process; organizes and assigns work, sets priorities, and follows up to ensure coordination and completion of assigned work; ensures proper precautions are followed.
• Assists in the development and administration of the budget; assists with the purchasing and accounting of property, equipment and supplies; advises on matters concerning related activities.
• Develops and directs training programs for custodial staff designed to ensure custodians within District #7 stay current with new custodial methods, supplies, equipment and safety procedures.
• Manages custodial program designed to provide facilities daily maintenance and some repair activities; conducting inspections for quality assurance, uniform work standards and continuous improvement of custodial program; maintain a high standard of cleanliness, hygiene, safety, and efficiency throughout the school district.
• Estimates materials, tools, and equipment needed for work assignments; orders and picks materials and supplies from outside vendors as appropriate; prepares cost estimates for job.
• Troubleshoots problems and provides technical assistance to staff in solving issues and problems.
• Reports needed major repairs/maintenance to maintenance staff.
• Ensures servicing and availability of a variety of test equipment and hand and power tools; maintains inventory of frequently used supplies and hardware; orders supplies as required.
• Maintains record of work performed and materials used.
• Coordination of special events, staffing, and set-up.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities
QUALIFICATIONS
• Minimum of five (5) years experience in custodial work; management/leadership experience preferred .
• Basic record keeping practices.
• Knowledge of and experience training and supporting employees in policies, procedures, and best practices in custodial
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Superior work habits and work ethic – self motivated
• Excellent communications skills – written and verbal