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Custodial Supervisor - Lead - 1.0 FTE at Operational Services
Sioux Falls, SD
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The Sioux Falls School District is widely recognized for accomplishments in student achievement and innovative educational strategies. We serve a diverse population of over 25,000 students, and we embrace the opportunity for all children to learn about the world's cultures from the curriculum as well as the shared experiences of their classmates.
The Custodial team is an essential part of the Sioux Falls School District. Our goal is to create a safe and healthy environment for SFSD students. We are looking to add flexible and dedicated members to our team that are motivated to help achieve and maintain our goal.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION LEVEL:
High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
Three years experience in institutional cleaning and general maintenance, with at least one year supervising a relatively large custodial staff. Institutional cleaning and general maintenance training gained through special schools or seminars is desirable.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Good physical health including ability to lift 75 pounds, climb to high and difficult places and work at those places. Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, standing and walking. Repetitive motion with wrists, hands and fingers. Frequent bending, carrying, hearing, lifting, pushing and stooping. Occasional climbing, crawling and reaching.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Thorough knowledge of institutional cleaning methods, supplies and equipment. Must be physically able to demonstrate cleaning methods, procedures and operation of cleaning equipment. Must have ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and other supervisors and management personnel. Must have ability to instruct custodial staff in the performance all assigned tasks. Must have thorough knowledge of the operation of all mechanical cleaning equipment and the ability to schedule necessary repairs or replacement. Must have ability to prepare written reports and other correspondence relating to the job. Must be capable of working early or late daily work shifts on a scheduled rotating basis and responding to emergency situations as needed. Current State Vehicle Operator's license; ability to operate all vehicles in the district fleet safely; insurable. Demonstrates positive attitude towards people with whom one works, ability to work cooperatively and willingness to accept instructions and training.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
View the complete job description here: Custodial Supervisor - Lead
PAY INFORMATION
Until June 30th, 2026: 2025-2026 Employment Contract (Professional 1) Salary Schedule - Level X, starting at $86,634.99 per year
Starting July 1st, 2026: 2026-2027 Employment Contract (Professional 1) Salary Schedule - Level X, starting at $88,096.52 per year
Pay day is the last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday,various hours
1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 12 months
CALENDAR
2025-2026 12 Month Employment Contract Calendar
2026-2027 12 Month Employment Contract Calendar
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.
Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number
Share This Opportunity!
Use this link to share this opportunity: https://sf.schoolspring.com?jobid=5707064
The Sioux Falls School District is widely recognized for accomplishments in student achievement and innovative educational strategies. We serve a diverse population of over 25,000 students, and we embrace the opportunity for all children to learn about the world's cultures from the curriculum as well as the shared experiences of their classmates.
The Custodial team is an essential part of the Sioux Falls School District. Our goal is to create a safe and healthy environment for SFSD students. We are looking to add flexible and dedicated members to our team that are motivated to help achieve and maintain our goal.
REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION LEVEL:
High School Diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE DESIRED:
Three years experience in institutional cleaning and general maintenance, with at least one year supervising a relatively large custodial staff. Institutional cleaning and general maintenance training gained through special schools or seminars is desirable.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Good physical health including ability to lift 75 pounds, climb to high and difficult places and work at those places. Constant hand-eye and mind-eye coordination, standing and walking. Repetitive motion with wrists, hands and fingers. Frequent bending, carrying, hearing, lifting, pushing and stooping. Occasional climbing, crawling and reaching.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Thorough knowledge of institutional cleaning methods, supplies and equipment. Must be physically able to demonstrate cleaning methods, procedures and operation of cleaning equipment. Must have ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with staff and other supervisors and management personnel. Must have ability to instruct custodial staff in the performance all assigned tasks. Must have thorough knowledge of the operation of all mechanical cleaning equipment and the ability to schedule necessary repairs or replacement. Must have ability to prepare written reports and other correspondence relating to the job. Must be capable of working early or late daily work shifts on a scheduled rotating basis and responding to emergency situations as needed. Current State Vehicle Operator's license; ability to operate all vehicles in the district fleet safely; insurable. Demonstrates positive attitude towards people with whom one works, ability to work cooperatively and willingness to accept instructions and training.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & DUTIES
- Coordinates all custodial functions and duties with other Custodial Supervisors.
- Formulates plans for improving custodial programs and implementing seasonal custodial projects.
- Recommends and initiates the purchase of custodial supplies and equipment.
- Advises Director of Operational Services on custodial standards and procedures.
- Prepares and monitors the annual budget for custodial personnel, supplies and equipment.
- Processes custodial supply and equipment requests, monitors inventory and reorders as necessary.
- Develops custodial procedures and work methods.
- Reviews custodial staff vacation requests and reporting of daily staff absences.
- Initiates and maintains records of all productivity information, prepares pertinent reports and processes daily paper work.
- Monitors custodial staff job performance by scheduled building visits and conducts periodic inspections of all custodial work shifts.
- Assesses custodial job performance and recommends disciplinary action to the immediate supervisor.
- Establishes and maintains sound interdepartmental working relationships.
- Designates custodial work shifts and work area assignments, and authorizes use of custodial overtime.
- Directs the maintenance, repair and replacement of all custodial equipment.
- Develops and maintains a training program for custodial personnel.
- Demonstrates new equipment and methods.
- Interviews and recommends applicants for custodial positions within the Operational Services department.
- Arranges and assigns substitute relief coverage for daily staff absences and coverage for evening and weekend use of facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
View the complete job description here: Custodial Supervisor - Lead
PAY INFORMATION
Until June 30th, 2026: 2025-2026 Employment Contract (Professional 1) Salary Schedule - Level X, starting at $86,634.99 per year
Starting July 1st, 2026: 2026-2027 Employment Contract (Professional 1) Salary Schedule - Level X, starting at $88,096.52 per year
Pay day is the last working day of each month.
HOURS & FTE
Monday through Friday,various hours
1.0 FTE, 40 hours per week, 12 months
CALENDAR
2025-2026 12 Month Employment Contract Calendar
2026-2027 12 Month Employment Contract Calendar
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Benefits (only for positions 20 hours per week or more)
CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES
All current District employees interested in applying must complete an application.
Post-Offer Criminal Background Check Required
Relay Services for Deaf or Hard of Hearing: Dial 711, then the desired number
Share This Opportunity!
Use this link to share this opportunity: https://sf.schoolspring.com?jobid=5707064