Head Custodian - Akron Public Schools

Head Custodian - Akron Public Schools

Salary

$27.44 - $30.91 Hourly

Location

Akron, OH

Job Type

Permanent

Job Number

2026-APS-O-5-294

Department

Akron Public Schools

Opening Date

10/26/2026

Closing Date

11/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
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Definition

This position is responsible for organizing, directing and participating in custodial and maintenance operations at a public school building. An employee in this class is responsible for the cleanliness of assigned building and grounds; supervise, organize and coordinate daily work schedules and insure assigned duties are performed; mow lawn, remove snow and ice from walks and steps; operate heating and cooling systems.

Characteristic Work

• Ensure safety of students
• Operate the heating and cooling systems
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all custodial equipment, materials and supplies
• Request needed equipment, materials and supplies
• Shovel and remove snow from school grounds
• Mow school lawns
• Maintain a clean and safe boiler room
• Sweep, vacuum, mop and wax floors
• Empty and clean waste receptacles, trash pails and pencil sharpeners
• Refill soap dispensers, paper towel dispensers and toilet paper dispensers throughout the building
• Remove cobwebs, clean windows and chalkboards
• Monitor boiler room for safety
• Clean and maintain custodial equipment and materials
• Clean and sanitize restrooms
• Conduct periodic inspections of the building and custodial staff work; check facility for issues impacting safety
• Complete paperwork as required by supervisor
• Promote good safety practices and procedures
• Make contacts with the public with tact and diplomacy
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents
• Promote good public relations by personal appearance, attitude and conversation
• Plan, assign and supervise the work of other employees engaged in cleaning and performing minor maintenance tasks within the facility
• Give specific oral and/or written instructions for assignments
• Maintain records and complete reports
• Organize, direct and participate in custodial and routine maintenance of buildings
• Responsible for the proper cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities
• Assign, supervise and inspect the work of Assistant Custodians and Custodial staffing
• Order supplies for custodial use
• Responsible for the heating and cooling plant of the school
• Maintain attendance and overtime records on subordinates
• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner
• Report any/all discipline issues to the Custodial Services office in a timely manner
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with subordinates and building occupants
• Attend meetings and seminars as required

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited High School or G.E.D.
• A minimum of three (3) years paid supervisory experience custodial services or related work
• State of Ohio Low Pressure Boiler Operator License desired. License required for assignments at buildings operating a low pressure steam boiler.
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to listen effectively and actively
• Ability to problem solve
• Knowledge of heating and cooling systems
• Knowledge of appropriate safety procedures
• Knowledge of the proper care and storage of chemicals
• Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings and labels
• Knowledge of basic computer skills
• Knowledge of the care of materials, methods and practices essential to proper cleaning of a facility
• Knowledge in the care of sweepers, vacuum machines, mops, brushes, cleaning fluids and other cleaning materials and equipment
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to assign and check the work of subordinates
• Ability to train employees
• Ability to maintain simple records and make reports

Competitive Examination Process

This is a classified position.

The selection process will consist of a competitive examination with credit for education and experience. A passing score must be obtained on the competitive examination in order to receive credit for education and experience. TEST WEIGHTS: Competitive Examination 70%, Education 20%, Experience 10%.

Candidates must meet the qualifications and requirements listed in the announcement at the time of examination and at the time of appointment.

VETERANS: A veteran of the Armed Forces of the United States, honorably discharged from active duty, desiring a bonus of 5 points added to his/her passing grade, must submit proof of discharge in the form of a DD-214 with application.

NOTE: The competitive examination may be suspended if shown to be impractical because of an insufficient number of qualified candidates. The candidates will then be ranked in a standard manner based on 70% for qualifying, 20% for education, and 10% for experience.

Since this examination is posted on a combined basis, two separate eligibility lists will be generated with promotional candidates considered before open candidates.

NOTE: YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR CHECKING YOUR APPLICATION STATUS THROUGHOUT THE STEPS IN THE SELECTION PROCESS BY VIEWING YOUR GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM ACCOUNT. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE UNABLE TO CHECK YOUR STATUS ON LINE, YOU MAY CALL THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES AT 330-375-2720.

Email correspondence generated from our system will be sent from info@governmentjobs.com. To ensure you receive important communication from our office, be sure to make this address a safe sender.

Applicants are required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position with or without an accommodation. If you are a qualified applicant with a disability, please notify the Department of Human Resources at least one week prior to testing if requesting a reasonable accommodation for the testing process.

For benefits information, contact Judy Neusser, Benefits Manager for Akron Public Schools, at 330-761-2935.

01

Did you graduate from an accredited high school or do you have a GED certificate?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you possess a valid State of Ohio Low Pressure Boiler Operator License? If yes, you must provide a copy of your license.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Akron

Address Municipal Building Room 102

166 S. High Street

Akron, Ohio, 44308

Phone 330-375-2720

Website http://www.akronohio.gov/personnel