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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief custodian in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Chief Custodians are responsible for overseeing the cleaning, maintenance, and overall upkeep of buildings such as schools, offices, or other facilities. They supervise custodial staff, manage cleaning schedules, ensure safety and cleanliness standards are met, and may also handle minor repairs. Additionally, Chief Custodians often coordinate with building management regarding supplies, equipment, and facility needs to maintain a safe and healthy environment.

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To thrive as a Chief Custodian, you need expertise in facility maintenance, cleaning procedures, and supervisory experience, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with custodial equipment, safety protocols, and inventory management systems is typically required. Leadership, attention to detail, and effective communication are valuable soft skills that help manage teams and resolve issues efficiently. These skills ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment, which is essential for the health and satisfaction of all building occupants.

What are some common challenges a chief custodian faces in maintaining large facilities, and how are they typically addressed?

Chief Custodians often encounter challenges such as managing a large team with varying shift schedules, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, and addressing unexpected maintenance emergencies. To address these, they implement clear communication protocols, regular training sessions, and proactive maintenance schedules. Collaboration with facility managers and other departments is also essential for prioritizing tasks and efficiently allocating resources, ensuring the building remains safe and clean for all occupants.

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AspectChief CustodianCustodian
CredentialsHigh school diploma, custodial certifications, management experienceHigh school diploma, custodial certifications
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role overseeing custodial staff in large facilitiesPerforming cleaning and maintenance tasks in various facilities
Employer & IndustrySchools, hospitals, government buildingsSchools, commercial buildings, public facilities
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership roles in custodial workJob responsibilities and entry-level requirements

The main difference between a Chief Custodian and a Custodian is that the Chief Custodian holds a supervisory role, overseeing custodial staff and managing operations, often requiring additional certifications and experience. In contrast, a Custodian primarily performs cleaning and maintenance tasks. The Chief Custodian typically works in larger facilities and has more responsibilities related to staff management and facility oversight.

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Night Custodial Supervisor - 3:30pm-11:30pm

Odessa, DE • On-site

Appoquinimink School District
Education • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Facilities/Custodial
Date Posted:
5/12/2026
Location:
School To Be Determined
Date Available:
TBD
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Full-Time Night Custodian Supervisor- 3:30pm-11:30pm
School to be determined
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Night Custodian Supervisor will provide a safe, healthy and clean building. This Position will act as lead worker and coordinate work assignments to completion obtained from the Chief Custodian. He/she will clean, perform minor and preventative maintenance; remove snow and do grounds work. Will perform all other assigned tasks and delegate work assignments under the supervision of the Chief Custodian, Principal or higher supervision. The Custodian Supervisor shall enforce the State rules and regulations and district policies to ensure the optimum operation of the educational program. This is a 12-month role.
SALARY RANGE
The salary range for this role can be found in the provided link: Salary Scales
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following information is intended to describe the overall nature and scope of the work being performed in relation to the position. This is not a comprehensive listing of all the responsibilities or tasks; other work may be assigned when deemed appropriate:
  • * IMPORTANT: Please be aware that this position is considered an Essential Employee position.
  • * IMPORTANT: Flexibility is important, as hours are subject to change.
  • Coordinates the work activities and work assignments issued by the Chief Custodian and ensures that work is completed in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
  • Performs a variety of tasks which will include but not be limited to the following: sweeping; dry or wet mopping; waxing; buffing; vacuuming; cleaning walls and ceilings, windows, furniture, lights, bathrooms; shampooing carpets; moving furniture and other supplies; cleaning outside grounds; helping to load and unload trucks; shoveling and removal of snow and ice; cutting grass and trimming; opening and closing the building; and securing the alarm system.
  • Provide minor maintenance to the building and equipment which will include but not be limited to the following: replacement of light bulbs, painting, helping to clean boilers and heating equipment, care for lawn mowers, trimmers, vacuum cleaners, and buffers.
  • Driving cars / trucks to pick up equipment, supplies, parts and mail.
  • Other related custodial and minor maintenance duties as assigned by the chief custodian, supervisor of custodians, and/or building and grounds supervisor.
  • Assumes other responsibilities as may be assigned by the Chief Custodian, Principal, and/or the Buildings and Grounds Supervisor.
  • Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
  • Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
  • Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
  • Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
  • Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
  • Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
  • Replaces light bulbs.
  • Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
  • Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
  • Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.
  • Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
  • Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.
  • Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Below are the qualifications for this position:
  • High School Diploma or GED - preferred
  • Valid Class D Driver's License with good driving record
  • Have knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment and procedures
  • Be able to perform minor maintenance
  • Ability to follow oral or written directions
  • Ability to work cooperatively with teachers, students, administrators, co-workers and the public
  • Have good physical health and strength to perform the routine duties of lifting and cleaning

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
The following provides a brief description of physical requirements for this position:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. The employee must possess normal cognitive abilities including the ability to learn, recall and apply certain skills. Ability to perform work requiring sustained moderate physical effort, operation of commercial food service equipment, movement of objects weighing 40-50 pounds and continuous standing.
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
The work of this nature is generally performed in a school kitchen and cafeteria environment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
  • All persons employed by the Appoquinimink School District are required to submit a criminal background check and a tuberculosis test.
  • Anyone offered employment is required to provide the following: proper identification (Social Security Card and Driver's License), documentation of eligibility for employment in the U.S.A., completion of I-9 form, and completion of paperwork for the Delaware Child Protection Registry.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Appoquinimink School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.
NON-DISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE
The Appoquinimink School District is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in its educational programs, services, and activities for all students and employees. The Appoquinimink School District does not discriminate or retaliate in the hiring, training, assignment, promotion/transfer of employees on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, domicile, marital status, handicap, or any other characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
EVALUATION
Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with the provisions set forth in the negotiated contract between the Appoquinimink School District Board of Education and Delaware Public Employees Council 81, Local 218 of the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
APPLICATION PROCESS
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