Lead Custodian - Mountain View Primary Elementary School
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Lead Custodian – Mountain View Primary Elementary School
Albemarle County Public Schools Building Services – Charlottesville, Virginia
Job Details
Job ID:
5669175
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more. Check our website to learn more about our division and our schools.
This position performs routine work in cleaning/sanitizing an assigned area of a school building following prescribed cleaning frequencies. Under limited supervision, it also manages floor maintenance, furniture relocation, and maintaining the immediate perimeter of the school building. Shift work may be required.
General Definition of Work
This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the maintenance and cleaning of buildings to ensure a safe, clean, and functional learning environment. It manages a team of custodians, assigns tasks, ensures efficient completion to APPA Level 2 cleanliness standards, performs routine and maintenance cleaning, ensures compliance with safety regulations, manages inventory, and conducts inspections to identify and address deficiencies. It also communicates with other departments and occupants to address needs and concerns.
This position is designated as “Essential Personnel,” requiring employees to report during emergency situations.
Essential Functions
Opens and/or secures buildings
Inspects building(s) for safety and cleanliness, referring deficiencies to the appropriate personnel. Conducts monthly safety reviews and submits reports to Assistant Director for Custodial Services
Checks building for heating and cooling adequacy and refers deficiencies to Building Services
Interacts with and counsels custodians on minor conflicts, including cleanliness deficiencies; refers serious infractions to their Custodial Zone Manager or the Assistant Director for Custodial Services
Approves and submits time records
Schedules custodial coverage for weekend events
Coordinates work, schedules and relevant information with evening custodial staff and custodial department leadership
Maintains a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email software and manages daily email monitoring and correspondence
Accepts and puts away supply deliveries, checks packing slips for accuracy and reports discrepancies to the Assistant Director for Custodial Services
Evaluates practices, procedures, and facilities to assess safety concerns, monitor safety compliance and work to enforce a culture of safety
Investigates complaints and provides follow-up with appropriate personnel
Follows ACPS Building Services guidelines for ordering custodial supplies
Assists Building Manager with annual performance evaluations
Performs routine cleaning tasks using prescribed chemicals and machines: trash and recycling removal, sweeping, dust mopping, high and low dusting, wet mopping, vacuuming, spotting carpet, restroom sanitation, cleaning glass, mirrors and fixtures, restocking soap dispensers and paper supplies, sanitizing drinking fountains, cleaning walls, vents, chalkboards, and baseboards, and other assigned cleaning tasks
Performs proper cleaning, care, and storage of equipment and supplies
Responds to requests from building occupants, including setting up for meetings and class functions, moving furniture, unloading and storing deliveries
Assists in training and onboarding new custodial staff
Reviews, submits, and monitors work order requests for assigned site and regularly meets with administrators to review work orders
Responds to accidents or potential safety hazards such as spills, restroom problems, and student illnesses
Performs minor maintenance tasks
Refinishes or restores resilient floor tile as required by mechanical stripping, sealing, finishing, buffing/burnishing, scrubbing and recoating
Maintains carpet by machine extraction, spotting and bonnet cleaning
Maintains building perimeter by performing sweeping walks, mowing grass, weeding flower beds, trimming shrubbery, and shoveling snow
Monitors Floating Custodians’ performance and provides feedback to Custodial Zone Manager and Assistant Director for Custodial Services
May be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies including weather and other building emergencies
Performs other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must follow oral and written directions, work independently and in a team, have general knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment including heavy commercial equipment, customer service principles, and safety regulations.
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school, with two years of custodial or janitorial experience, and a minimum of one year supervisory or team lead experience. ACPS Custodial Certification may substitute for supervisory experience.
Special requirements: satisfactory health condition, negative drug screening, negative tuberculin test, valid driver’s license issued by Virginia.
Physical Conditions and Nature of Work
Work performed walking or standing, lifting objects up to 10 lbs continuously, 10–25 lbs frequently, up to 75 lbs occasionally. Exposure to inclement weather and hazardous substances. Contact with teachers, students, administration, the public and other work-related personnel.
Evaluation
Performance evaluated based on ability and effectiveness in carrying out responsibilities.
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$19.10 to $23 per Hour
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
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Albemarle County Public Schools Building Services – Charlottesville, Virginia
Job Details
Job ID:
5669175
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
To Be Determined
Job Description
ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more. Check our website to learn more about our division and our schools.
This position performs routine work in cleaning/sanitizing an assigned area of a school building following prescribed cleaning frequencies. Under limited supervision, it also manages floor maintenance, furniture relocation, and maintaining the immediate perimeter of the school building. Shift work may be required.
General Definition of Work
This position is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the maintenance and cleaning of buildings to ensure a safe, clean, and functional learning environment. It manages a team of custodians, assigns tasks, ensures efficient completion to APPA Level 2 cleanliness standards, performs routine and maintenance cleaning, ensures compliance with safety regulations, manages inventory, and conducts inspections to identify and address deficiencies. It also communicates with other departments and occupants to address needs and concerns.
This position is designated as “Essential Personnel,” requiring employees to report during emergency situations.
Essential Functions
Opens and/or secures buildings
Inspects building(s) for safety and cleanliness, referring deficiencies to the appropriate personnel. Conducts monthly safety reviews and submits reports to Assistant Director for Custodial Services
Checks building for heating and cooling adequacy and refers deficiencies to Building Services
Interacts with and counsels custodians on minor conflicts, including cleanliness deficiencies; refers serious infractions to their Custodial Zone Manager or the Assistant Director for Custodial Services
Approves and submits time records
Schedules custodial coverage for weekend events
Coordinates work, schedules and relevant information with evening custodial staff and custodial department leadership
Maintains a working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook email software and manages daily email monitoring and correspondence
Accepts and puts away supply deliveries, checks packing slips for accuracy and reports discrepancies to the Assistant Director for Custodial Services
Evaluates practices, procedures, and facilities to assess safety concerns, monitor safety compliance and work to enforce a culture of safety
Investigates complaints and provides follow-up with appropriate personnel
Follows ACPS Building Services guidelines for ordering custodial supplies
Assists Building Manager with annual performance evaluations
Performs routine cleaning tasks using prescribed chemicals and machines: trash and recycling removal, sweeping, dust mopping, high and low dusting, wet mopping, vacuuming, spotting carpet, restroom sanitation, cleaning glass, mirrors and fixtures, restocking soap dispensers and paper supplies, sanitizing drinking fountains, cleaning walls, vents, chalkboards, and baseboards, and other assigned cleaning tasks
Performs proper cleaning, care, and storage of equipment and supplies
Responds to requests from building occupants, including setting up for meetings and class functions, moving furniture, unloading and storing deliveries
Assists in training and onboarding new custodial staff
Reviews, submits, and monitors work order requests for assigned site and regularly meets with administrators to review work orders
Responds to accidents or potential safety hazards such as spills, restroom problems, and student illnesses
Performs minor maintenance tasks
Refinishes or restores resilient floor tile as required by mechanical stripping, sealing, finishing, buffing/burnishing, scrubbing and recoating
Maintains carpet by machine extraction, spotting and bonnet cleaning
Maintains building perimeter by performing sweeping walks, mowing grass, weeding flower beds, trimming shrubbery, and shoveling snow
Monitors Floating Custodians’ performance and provides feedback to Custodial Zone Manager and Assistant Director for Custodial Services
May be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergencies including weather and other building emergencies
Performs other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Must follow oral and written directions, work independently and in a team, have general knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment including heavy commercial equipment, customer service principles, and safety regulations.
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school, with two years of custodial or janitorial experience, and a minimum of one year supervisory or team lead experience. ACPS Custodial Certification may substitute for supervisory experience.
Special requirements: satisfactory health condition, negative drug screening, negative tuberculin test, valid driver’s license issued by Virginia.
Physical Conditions and Nature of Work
Work performed walking or standing, lifting objects up to 10 lbs continuously, 10–25 lbs frequently, up to 75 lbs occasionally. Exposure to inclement weather and hazardous substances. Contact with teachers, students, administration, the public and other work-related personnel.
Evaluation
Performance evaluated based on ability and effectiveness in carrying out responsibilities.
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$19.10 to $23 per Hour
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.
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