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Elementary Head Custodian/Engineer

Grosse Pointe Public School System · Lansing, Michigan · Posted Jul 5, 2026

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Engineer Position

Depending on the assigned location, the Engineer is responsible for carrying out engineering and/or maintenance duties, which may include lead Engineer designation. Carries out repairs and maintenance of the building and grounds, as well as operating mechanical equipment.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Complete charge and responsibility of heating, ventilating, cleaning of interior and exterior and general supervision of custodial staff assigned to the building
  • Assists administration in evaluating, scheduling and recommending all custodial staff assigned to the building
  • Cleans areas of school as required
  • Coordinates special maintenance requirements
  • Removes snow and cuts the lawn
  • Prepare for/clean up after the student lunch hour
  • Performs other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor

Qualifications:

  • Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of steam boilers, fans, traps, valves, pumps, and other plant equipment
  • Knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration units
  • Some knowledge of electrical equipment and plumbing
  • Knowledge of maintenance of grounds
  • Ability to work effectively with staff, students and public
  • Ability to keep records and work schedules for custodial staff
  • Experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing power plant equipment
  • Ability to evaluate, recommend and directly supervise the work of the custodial staff
  • Low-pressure boiler Operator's License required within two years of assuming position
  • Requires heavy lifting over 50 lbs.
  • Ability to climb ladders, crawl in tunnels, and perform physical labor involving long hours of standing

Physical Demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, stand, reach, lift and carry items. Lifting requirements includes materials over 50 pounds.
  • Other physical demands include climbing ladders, and crawling in tunnels.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception.

Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE, 12-months per year 8-hour shift. Standard Day shift hours are from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, subject to change based on location.

Pay Range E-1 $19.38 - $22.78/hr + up to an additional $0.73 p/hour with Education Credits In accordance with the GPPA union contract, starting pay may depend on experience. Additionally, the district offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees.

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