Assistant Grounds Manager Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Shift Leader
Date Posted:
7/22/2026
Location:
Chesterton High School
Date Available:
when filled
Closing Date:
when filled
Only current Duneland employees may apply to this posting and will be considered
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
A Duneland School Corporation Shift Leader is required to clean, sanitize and maintain corporation properties in a safe and lawful manner. The Chesterton High School (CHS) Shift Leader has a highly visible role in the daily operations and assistance of the custodial services department. The Shift Leader is responsible for maintaining supplies, and dealing with students and staff on a regular basis. The CHS Shift Leader will interact with individuals both inside and outside of the corporation and therefore, must have the ability to present a professional and organized image at all times. The Shift Leader may be required to work in other Duneland School Corporation facilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Respond to requests for information and services in a prompt, efficient and friendly manner.
2. Provide exceptional service to all students, community members, teachers, co-workers, and other staff members.
3. Observe safety and security procedures
4. Operate, maintain and sanitize equipment in compliance with local, state, federal and OSHA standards
5. In the absence of the Head Custodian, conduct shift meetings, process building use forms, coordinate designated cleaning areas with other Shift Leaders, communicate with the Custodial Manager
6. Conduct inspections in accordance with directives from immediate supervisor (Custodial Manager)
7. Conduct cleaning of areas in accordance with local, state, federal and OSHA standard
8. Locker repair
9. Provide minor building maintenance and repair
10. Assist Grounds Services department with grass cutting, landscape maintenance and snow removal
11. Schedule and participate in group and independent training
12. Promote and participate in ongoing safety and informational training
13. Set up, monitor and provide service for special events arranged by Duneland School Corporation
14. Maintain daily contact with the building principal regarding building activities or schedule changes
15. Document attendance issues and forward along with payroll forms to Custodial Manager
16. Accept delegated authority
17. Provide overall property clean up
18. When necessary assist with custodial services provided throughout the Corporation
19. Assist with daily delivery of bulk food products and supplies
20. Assist the Food Service Department in product stocking and storage
21. Monitor performance of custodial staff members assigned to Shift Leader's site
22. Responsible for maintaining a positive and productive work environment
23. Work with Head Custodian, Custodial Manager, Director of Facilities and Human
24. Resources office to resolve employee problems and complaints
25. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

1. Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with persons at all levels in order to develop and maintain productive relationships both inside and outside the corporation.
2. Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work
3. Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation
4. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
5. Ability to multi-task with attention to detail
6. Proficiency in the use of all Custodial Services equipment
7. Demonstrate organizational and time management skills
8. Recognize, analyze and offer solutions to problem situations related to daily work
9. Ability to remain calm and professional during times of high stress
10. All Custodial Service employees must transfer to other Dune land properties with impromptu notice.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (includes equipment, hours, physical demands)
Work Environment: This position typically works in facilities with a controlled temperature environment. Occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions may occur depending upon assignments.
Equipment: This position is required to maintain a working knowledge of all custodial equipment. A basic knowledge of operations concerning computers, printers, telephone systems, fax machines and
copiers are required.
Hours: This position is typically expected to work an average of 8 hours per day with a 30 minute lunch period. Summer hours will be adjusted as per the Superintendent to assure• adequate coverage throughout the summer period. Evening, weekend and holiday activities will be scheduled as necessary.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by all Duneland School Corporation custodians to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50
pounds and occasionally move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
A Duneland School Corporation Shift Leader is required to clean, san1t1ze and maintain corporation properties in a safe and lawful manner. The Chesterton High School (CHS) Shift Leader has a highly visible role in the daily operations and assistance of the custodial services department. The Shift Leader is responsible for maintaining supplies, and dealing with students and staff on a regular basis. The CHS Shift Leader will interact with individuals both inside and outside of the corporation and therefore, must have the ability to present a professional and organized image at all times. The Shift Leader may be required to work in other Duneland School Corporation facilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

1. Respond to requests for information and services in a prompt, efficient and friendly manner.
2. Provide exceptional service to all students, community members, teachers, co-workers, and other staff members.
3. Observe safety and security procedures
4. Operate, maintain and sanitize equipment in compliance with local, state, federal and OSHA standards
5. In the absence of the Head Custodian, conduct shift meetings, process building use forms, coordinate designated cleaning areas with other Shift Leaders, communicate with the Custodial Manager
6. Conduct inspections in accordance with directives from immediate supervisor (Custodial Manager)
7. Conduct cleaning of areas in accordance with local, state, federal and OSHA standard
8. Locker repair
9. Provide minor building maintenance and repair
10. Assist Grounds Services department with grass cutting, landscape maintenance and snow removal
11. Schedule and participate in group and independent training
12. Promote and participate in ongoing safety and informational training
13. Set up, monitor and provide service for special events arranged by Duneland School Corporation
14. Maintain daily contact with the building principal regarding building activities or schedule changes
15. Document attendance issues and forward along with payroll forms to Custodial Manager
16. Accept delegated authority
17. Provide overall property clean up
18. When necessary assist with custodial services provided throughout the Corporation
19. Assist with daily delivery of bulk food products and supplies
20. Assist the Food Service Department in product stocking and storage
21. Monitor performance of custodial staff members assigned to Shift Leader's site
22. Responsible for maintaining a positive and productive work environment
23. Work with Head Custodian, Custodial Manager, Director of Facilities and Human
24. Resources office to resolve employee problems and complaints
25. Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

1. Demonstrate interpersonal skills necessary to deal tactfully and effectively with persons at all levels in order to develop and maintain productive relationships both inside and outside the corporation.
2. Ability to learn new skills quickly and assimilate into daily work
3. Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality both inside and outside the corporation
4. Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment
5. Ability to multi-task with attention to detail
6. Proficiency in the use of all Custodial Services equipment
7. Demonstrate organizational and time management skills
8. Recognize, analyze and offer solutions to problem situations related to daily work
9. Ability to remain calm and professional during times of high stress
10. All Custodial Service employees must transfer to other Dune land properties with

impromptu notice.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (includes equipment, hours, physical demands)
Work Environment: This position typically works in facilities with a controlled temperature environment. Occasional exposure to inclement weather conditions may occur depending upon assignments.
Equipment: This position is required to maintain a working knowledge of all custodial equipment. A basic knowledge of operations concerning computers, printers, telephone systems, fax machines and
copiers are required.
Hours: This position is typically expected to work an average of 8 hours per day with a 30 minute lunch period. Summer hours will be adjusted as per the Superintendent to assure• adequate coverage throughout the summer period. Evening, weekend and holiday activities will be scheduled as necessary.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by all Duneland School Corporation custodians to successfully perform the essential
functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50
pounds and occasionally move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability.