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Lead Custodian
Facility ServicesYou've been promoted from cleaning the building to managing the people who clean the building — while still cleaning the building. You coordinate crew assignments, handle minor maintenance, and become the point of contact for every tenant who has a complaint about the temperature, the bathroom, or the parking lot. The stipend is modest; the responsibility is not.
Salary Range
Low
$32k
Median
$40k
High
$50k
10-Year Growth
3%
US Workers
400K
Education
High school diploma + 3-5 years custodial experience
Environment
indoor
Tools & Technical Skills
- ▸Crew scheduling & work assignment
- ▸Minor maintenance (plumbing, electrical, hardware)
- ▸Equipment operation & maintenance
- ▸Chemical safety & MSDS compliance
- ▸Supply inventory & procurement
- ▸Building systems basics (HVAC, plumbing)
People & Mindset Skills
- ▸Team leadership
- ▸Reliability
- ▸Communication
- ▸Problem-solving
- ▸Physical stamina
- ▸Organization
- ▸Self-direction
What you'll actually do
- 01Coordinate daily cleaning assignments and crew schedules
- 02Handle minor maintenance — light fixtures, plumbing basics, door hardware
- 03Train new custodians on equipment, chemicals, and safety procedures
- 04Manage supply inventory and submit purchase orders
- 05Respond to emergency cleanup calls — spills, flooding, biohazards
- 06Communicate with building management about recurring facility issues
Career Path
Where this role sits in the bigger picture — and where it can take you.
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