Head Custodian II

Job Summary: Head custodians are the working supervisors responsible for the custodial services provided at an assigned building. The category of head custodians and the degree of direct participation in cleaning tasks varies in proportion to the number of custodians supervised and the service requirements of each building.

Starting Hourly Rate: Grade 6A: $20.42 - $22.83 DOE

Work Day: 7.5 hours per day

Work Year: 12 months

Retirement: State of Alaska PERS

Bargaining Unit: Education Support Staff Association (ESSA)

Job Qualifications/Requirements (please review job description for qualifications and duties of the position):

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Must have the ability to perform assigned duties with little training required.

• Must have the physical fitness, strength, agility, and stamina to work on ladders, scaffolding, and roofs. Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. waist-high, to be on their feet for prolonged periods, and able to do light to medium manual tasks such as digging, snow shoveling, and furniture moving, etc., in a safe manner.

• Two (2) years of heavy industrial, hospital, or school cleaning experience with emphasis on floor care (tile and carpet) and high cleanliness standards.

• Must have basic knowledge of minor building maintenance and must have a working knowledge of the ESSA negotiated agreement.

• Must have skills necessary to read, write, understand, and follow written and oral instructions in English, and must be able to perform basic math functions.

• Must be able to prepare and maintain basic records and reports.

• Must have basic computer skills for word processing and email.

• Must have proven skills to establish and maintain effective working relations with subordinates, supervisors, building staff, students and the public.

• Depending on specific duties and work locations, a valid State of Alaska driver's license may be required

This position offers an excellent benefit package including:

• Accrued sick and personal leave

• Paid holidays

• Medical, dental, vision, and audio

• Retirement (PERS)

If there are ways we can support you in becoming a district employee, please email recruiting@k12northstar.org.