Lead Technician - Custodial

• Plans and leads the general routines and daily operations of schools and District Office facilities in the assigned region area as it pertains to the cleanliness requirements for the building.
• Conducts routine cleanliness inspections of facilities in assigned areas and reports conditions and initiates work orders to correct deficiencies.
• Initiates work orders in the computerized management maintenance system (CMMS) that monitors the operational maintenance issues and completion rate of work orders.
• Checks boiler room for cleanliness and to ensure proper use.
• Inspects buildings and grounds and initiates work orders for minor repairs to remedy defective, improper or inefficient conditions.
• Supervises the removal of snow from walkways, exit doors, loading docks and dumpster areas by City Schools custodians and contract cleaners.
• Provides oversight and guidance for the supervision of work by City Schools custodians and contract cleaners to assist in cleanliness of all school buildings and District Office buildings; ensuring that all duties and tasks assigned in the City Schools Custodial checklist are completed.
• Inspects classrooms, offices, hallways, fire extinguishers, cafeterias, restrooms, loading docks, dumpster areas for proper cleanliness.
• Communicates with school administration on cleanliness inspections and the status of work orders.
• Performs administrative duties requiring effective verbal, written and computer communication skills. Completes written inspection reports and input into databases as required for each facility after completion of inspections.
• Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and nondiscrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Three years of practical experience in cleanliness, inspecting buildings, floor maintenance and operations of a facility. Previous experience industry, especially in educational setting preferred.
• Direct experience in inspecting schools and facilities is preferred.
• Valid State of Maryland driver's license.
• Proven ability to quickly analyze problems and recommend and implement workable solutions.
• Proven ability to work effectively with principals, teachers, administrators and the public.
• Proven ability to ensure delivery of high levels of customer service to the schools throughout the district.
• Proficient skill in the use of personal computers and office applications.
• Proficient in the knowledge and use of a computerized management maintenance system.
• Demonstrated ability to receive and follow instructions and communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to safely operate various equipment used to clean and maintain a building.
• Good interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with consultants, contractors, and City Schools personnel at all levels.

Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

• Completed online application
• Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
• Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate and graduate if applicable
• Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
• All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link: http://www.baltimorecityschools.org

Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see Baltimore City Board of School Commissioners Policies JBA (Nondiscrimination - Students), JBB (Sex-Based Discrimination - Students), JICK (Bullying, Harassment, or Intimidation of Students), ACA (Nondiscrimination - Employees and Third Parties), ACB (Sexual Harassment - Employees and Third Parties), ACD (ADA Reasonable Accommodations), and ADA (Equity), and the accompanying City Schools Administrative Regulations. City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups. Link to Full Nondiscrimination Notice.

This position is affiliated with the City Union of Baltimore (CUB) bargaining unit.

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.