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Lead Custodian

Davenport Community Schools • Davenport, IA • 3d ago

Lead Custodian JobID: 12811

Position Type:

Custodial/ Lead Custodian

Date Posted:

8/7/2026

Location:

Blue Grass Elementary

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled

LEAD CUSTODIAN

BLUE GRASS ELEMENTARY

3:00 pm - 11:30 pm (day shift when school not in session)

INTERNAL BIDS THRU8/14/26 @ 4:00 PM.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS (WE WILL HIRE EXTERNALLY IF NO SUCCESSFUL INTERNAL BIDDER): Open until filled.

New Hire: Entry Level Rate $20.62/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)

Trash removal

Restrooms

Clean glass

Dust horizontal surfaces, clocks, overhead screens, blinds

Cleans carpets and hard flooring

Assist with deep cleaning during break periods-strips, scrubs & recoats. Carpet extraction, cleans restrooms, glass and furniture

Remove snow / cut grass / minor grounds keeping

Assist with delivery of supplies

Properly use and maintain equipment per owner's manual and or direction from maintenance staff

Operates all energy consuming devices in the most efficient manner striving to attain maximum energy conservation

Monitors HVAC system and reports problems to maintenance via work orders

Make minor repairs to equipment, building, furniture, hardware, windows etc..

Reports major repair problems to head custodian and maintenance department

Responsible for closing and securing building

Must establish and maintain a satisfactory working relationship with teachers, students and fellow employees

Must treat fellow workers with respect and facilitate a non-hostile work environment

Performs other duties as assigned

Physical Requirements of Position: (HBV XYes No)

Have physical ability to lift and carry 56 lbs. Have the physical ability to climb an eight-foot ladder and perform custodial tasks In addition to these specific qualifications this person must meet all the general qualifications as listed in the "lead custodian" job description of the Davenport Community School District as posted on the district web site.

Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

Must have high school degree or GED

Must be able to direct others to the successful completion of assigned tasks

Have a thorough knowledge of all cleaning procedures, chemicals & equipment

Ability to learn how to operate a computer, use email, open attachments and complete electronic work orders.

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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