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.

• Customer Focus - Commits to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external stakeholders; acts with stakeholders in mind; values importance of providing high-quality customer service.
• Interpersonal Skills - Builds constructive and effective relationships; uses diplomacy and tact to diffuse tense situations; can put others at ease and disarm hostility.
• Managing Relationships - Responds and relates well to people in all positions; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; looks for common ground and solves problems for the good of all.
• Functional/Technical Skills - Possesses required functional and technical knowledge and skill to accomplish job tasks at a high level; demonstrates active interest and ability to enhance and apply new functional skills.

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 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry or national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in its employment, programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact Equal Opportunity Manager, Title IX Coordinator Equal Employment Opportunity and Title IX Compliance Office 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208 Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-396-8542 (phone); 410-396-2955 (fax).

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

This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.