Grounds/Custodial Coordinator

Ysleta Independent School District•El Paso, TX

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Provide leadership, coordination, and daily operations of the Grounds and Custodial Services to ensure district facilities, both indoor and outdoor, are properly maintained, safe, and functional year-round. Foster teamwork, collaboration, and effective management practices to meet district and campus needs. Adhere to federal and state laws, as well as district policies, procedures, and regulations.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree and three (3) years supervisory experience in grounds/maintenance/custodial services department similar in size and scope to YISD OR High School Diploma/General Education Diploma (GED) and seven (7) years verifiable experience in grounds/maintenance/custodial services, to include three (3) years supervisory experience in grounds/maintenance/custodial services department similar in size and scope to YISD.
Must possess effective oral and written communication skills, public speaking skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with district employees, co-workers and community.
Ability to read and interpret blue prints and plans.
Experience and working knowledge of current computer software and hardware related to position.
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Able to work evenings, nights and weekends as assigned.
Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull up to fifty (50) pounds occasionally; more than 50 pounds infrequently and with assistance; requires extended periods of standing, bending, reaching, kneeling, stooping, walking and lifting.
Must possess a valid Texas or New Mexico driver's license; be insurable by the district's auto liability insurance carrier; subject to the YISD drug and alcohol testing policy and regulation.

Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and manage an effective custodial program, including creating and maintaining custodial Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and operational guidelines.
Select, train, supervise, and evaluate assigned staff; make recommendations relative to professional development, assignment, retention, and discipline.
Conduct regular/safety inspections of campuses, outdoor facilities, and work sites to evaluate custodial and grounds performance, generating reports and recommendations for improvement.
Establish and facilitate training programs for custodial and grounds staff on work procedures, safety practices, and minor maintenance tasks.
Provide 24-hour on-call emergency support for cleanup and repairs due to fires, floods, vandalism, and other urgent incidents.
Develop, manage, and monitor custodial and grounds budgets, maintain appropriate inventory levels, and evaluate and recommend supplies, equipment, and purchases.
Implement and oversee preventive maintenance programs for custodial operations, grounds services, athletic fields, and outdoor facilities to ensure safety, functionality, and appearance.
Plan, direct, and coordinate grounds maintenance activities, including landscaping, pesticide application, and the upkeep of athletic fields, ensuring proper coordination with the Athletic Department.
Develop, recommend, and enforce policies, procedures, and best practices related to custodial and grounds operations, ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal regulations.
Manage work orders, schedules, and maintenance records through the district's work order software system, ensuring accurate documentation of completed work.
Coordinate with district departments, campus administrators, head custodians, athletic staff, and community stakeholders to ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained facilities/grounds and provide support/address performance concerns.
Assist campus administrators with the evaluation and auditing of custodial and grounds staff, including oversight of afternoon and evening shifts, to ensure quality standards are met.
Participate in the development and implementation of both short-term and long-term planning goals for custodial services, grounds operations, and facility improvements.
Inspect and respond to outdoor facility and grounds issues, including hazards, complaints, and accidents, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
Evaluate equipment, site, material, and labor requirements; prepare cost estimates for grounds and facility projects; work with vendors and the purchasing department to procure necessary supplies efficiently and cost-effectively.
Oversee the maintenance, inventory, and proper use of department vehicles, tools, and equipment.
Attendance at the work site is required to meet essential functions of the job.
Participate in professional development activities as required by the district.
Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties; support district/department goals.
Maintain a professional code of ethics and perform other duties as assigned.