Lead Custodian (Kimbrough)
Mesquite ISD, Mesquite, TX, United States
Position Information
Position Type: Auxiliary - Custodial/Custodial
Date Posted: 4/23/2026
Location: Kimbrough Middle School
Compensation & Details
Auxiliary Compensation Plan
Salary Range:
Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Campus/Facility Administrator(s)
Employment begins:
As soon as possible
Primary Purpose
The primary job of the Head Custodian is to assist the custodial staff of a building in providing a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the students and staff. Perform a variety of tasks in custodial services for the building or campus that may include, but not be limited to training, maintaining custodial supply inventory and managing custodial staff.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma/GED
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience performing custodial work
Special Knowledge/Skills
Perform the typical tasks and duties of the position successfully, the knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are required.
Ability to effectively manage and delegate work assignments to the custodial staff
Ability to maintain an inventory of required housekeeping supplies by communicating with the District's Custodial Inventory Management Specialist
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety in regards to MISD's policies and procedures
Ability to communicate and train/instruct custodial staff on proper housekeeping procedures
Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies and equipment.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning, dusting, and/or vacuuming of floors, carpeting, walls whiteboards, trash cans, windows, glass, furniture, equipment and restrooms
Manage and assist custodial staff in using proper techniques with cleaning inside/outside of District facilities which include: cleaning, dusting, and/or vacuuming of floors, carpeting, walls whiteboards, trash cans, windows, glass, furniture, equipment and restrooms
Keep campus/facility and grounds, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas neat and clean
Report all emergency situation and problems, maintenance and safety concerns to appropriate personnel; initiate maintenance work orders and maintain work order status logs
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Train, manage and audit work of custodial staff.
Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 45 - 50 pounds.
Strenuous standing, stooping, walking, climbing ladders, bending, pushing and pulling.
Exposure to biological hazards, communicable diseases; exposure to cleaning chemicals and dust.
Exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces.
Possible exposure to adverse weather conditions and hot to cold temperature changes.
Use hands and arms continuously, frequently reaching overhead repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
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Position Type: Auxiliary - Custodial/Custodial
Date Posted: 4/23/2026
Location: Kimbrough Middle School
Compensation & Details
Auxiliary Compensation Plan
Salary Range:
Mesquite ISD - Compensation Plans
Shift Type:
Full-Time
Wage/Hour Status:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
Campus/Facility Administrator(s)
Employment begins:
As soon as possible
Primary Purpose
The primary job of the Head Custodian is to assist the custodial staff of a building in providing a clean, safe and sanitary environment for the students and staff. Perform a variety of tasks in custodial services for the building or campus that may include, but not be limited to training, maintaining custodial supply inventory and managing custodial staff.
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
High School Diploma/GED
Experience:
Three (3) years of experience performing custodial work
Special Knowledge/Skills
Perform the typical tasks and duties of the position successfully, the knowledge, skills and/or abilities listed below are required.
Ability to effectively manage and delegate work assignments to the custodial staff
Ability to maintain an inventory of required housekeeping supplies by communicating with the District's Custodial Inventory Management Specialist
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance and safety in regards to MISD's policies and procedures
Ability to communicate and train/instruct custodial staff on proper housekeeping procedures
Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies and equipment.
Major Responsibilities and Duties
Maintain a cleaning schedule that will include cleaning, dusting, and/or vacuuming of floors, carpeting, walls whiteboards, trash cans, windows, glass, furniture, equipment and restrooms
Manage and assist custodial staff in using proper techniques with cleaning inside/outside of District facilities which include: cleaning, dusting, and/or vacuuming of floors, carpeting, walls whiteboards, trash cans, windows, glass, furniture, equipment and restrooms
Keep campus/facility and grounds, including entryways, sidewalks, driveways, parking lots and play areas neat and clean
Report all emergency situation and problems, maintenance and safety concerns to appropriate personnel; initiate maintenance work orders and maintain work order status logs
Perform other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities
Train, manage and audit work of custodial staff.
Must be able to push, pull, lift and carry up to 45 - 50 pounds.
Strenuous standing, stooping, walking, climbing ladders, bending, pushing and pulling.
Exposure to biological hazards, communicable diseases; exposure to cleaning chemicals and dust.
Exposure to slippery or uneven walking surfaces.
Possible exposure to adverse weather conditions and hot to cold temperature changes.
Use hands and arms continuously, frequently reaching overhead repeating the same hand, arm or finger motion.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.
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