What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian Lead II position at Rochester Public Schools?
- Complies with all School District, City, State and OSHA policies.
- The Custodian Lead II assumes charge of the building heating/cooling plant, HVAC and lighting systems for efficient operation.
- Ensure the site is staffed appropriately for vacations and illness and notifies the direct supervisor if additional help is needed.
- Assist the Assistant Facilities Manager in scheduling and training of staff as needed.
- Provides and assigns additional work direction and assistance to custodial staff as approved by the Assistant Facilities Manager.
- Completes all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains daily upkeep of assigned area and equipment.
- Performs janitorial duties, and completes daily cleaning of assigned areas.
- Organizes and cleans the receiving area, custodial storage areas and maintenance office.
- Completes all required preventative maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Completes required daily visual walkthroughs of HVAC and electrical rooms to include roof top units and documents walk through.
- Records all needed repairs, inspections, boiler checks and makes repairs as needed or directed.
- Ensures building and property is secure during shift and reports incidents and hazardous conditions to Facilities Manager and Building Principal.
- Operates motorized equipment used for cleaning and snow removal.
- Removal of snow/ice and application of snow melt around the building to ensure safety.
- Purchases and maintains inventory for cleaning supplies/equipment.
- Provides a written schedule for summer cleaning for the building.
- Provides instructions for nightly and weekend special event set ups and assigns appropriate coverage.
- Performs a variety of cleaning and semi-skilled duties which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, washing tables, windows, bathrooms, dusting, waxing, stripping floors, moving heavy furniture, etc.
- Moves up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations.
- Stands on ladders, and platform lifts, at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
- Performs essential maintenance to the facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: reaching, crouching; kneeling; shoveling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
- Works under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, Assistant Facilities Manager, Building Principal and the Chief Administrative Officer.
- Performs other duties within the level of responsibility assigned by the manager.
- Minnesota Special Boiler Operators license required.
- Minnesota Driver's License
- High School diploma or GED required.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
- Exceptional customer service skills.
- Excellent communication skills are required.
- Ability to work effectively with others and utilize effective team-building skills.
- Experience and knowledge of cleaning methods and equipment.
- Basic understanding of the upkeep, care and safe operation of motorized equipment used for cleaning i.e. auto scrubber, buffer, snow blower, genie lift, pressure washer, extractors, sweeper, Kaivac, etc.
- Able and willing to use a backpack vacuum for cleaning is required.
- Able and willing to remove snow when required during day and night or on weekends.
- Willingness to learn and share new and better methods of cleaning with supervisors.
- Stooping, bending, occasional awkward positions. Must be able to lift over 50 lbs., 80 lbs. assisted.
- Ability to work in moderately hazardous conditions in outdoor environments and within buildings
- Moves up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations.
- Erect and stand on scaffolding, ladders, and platforms lifts, at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
Custodian Lead II
JobID: 20747
Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Date Posted:
7/30/2025
7/30/2025
Location:
Folwell Elementary School
Folwell Elementary School
Date Available:
Available Now
Available Now
Closing Date:
Until Filled
ESTIMATED INTERVIEW DATE: OngoingUntil Filled
WORK SCHEDULE: Full-time, year round position; 8 hours per day; 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Friday
WORK CALENDAR: 260 duty days per year
CLASSIFICATION: B-2-2
SALARY: $24.63 to $28.03 per hour plus an additional rate based upon licenses held.
BENEFITS: Benefits available.
Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information. Please reference the exact job posting.
Hiring Manager: Jim Allhiser, Facilities Manager
If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4270 or email joklatt@rochesterschools.org
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Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement
Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
Salary : $25 - $28
