2026-2027 Student Worker- Custodian (Location TBD) - Custodial Services

Young World Physical Education

Springfield (MO)

On-site

USD 18,638 - 26,546

Part time

14 days+
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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is looking for a Student Worker-Custodian at Springfield Public Schools. This temporary position offers a pay of $16.40 per hour. Responsibilities include maintaining a clean environment, assisting in custodial services, and performing minor maintenance tasks.

Ideal candidates must be enrolled students aged at least sixteen, possess critical thinking skills, and be able to work effectively in diverse settings. Immediate starting date available.

Qualifications

  • Must be at least sixteen years of age or older.
  • Must pass a pre-employment proficiency test.
  • Must pass a criminal background clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Cleans assigned facilities to maintain a sanitary environment.
  • Inspect facilities to ensure they are suitable for safe operations.
  • Maintain supplies and equipment needed for custodial services.

Skills

Basic math skills
Ability to work with diverse individuals
Critical thinking and problem solving
Attention to safety practices

Education

Enrolled as a student at Springfield Public Schools

Job description

2026-2027 Student Worker- Custodian (Location TBD) - Custodial Services

Springfield Public Schools General Service Center (GSC) - Custodial Services - Springfield, Missouri

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Student Worker- Custodian

Department: Custodial

Pay Grade: Temporary Flat Rate (Figured from S120 Salary Grade, Step 1)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports to: Assistant Director I, Custodial & Grounds Services

GENERAL PURPOSE

Provides custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events; and completing assignments in a safe, proper, and timely manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
  • Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds thereby maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive learning environment.
  • Consult with administrative and other custodial personnel for the purpose of planning, prioritizing, and scheduling custodial activities and achieving site maintenance objectives.
  • Inspect facilities to ensure the site is suitable for safe operations, maintained in an attractive and clean condition, identifying necessary repairs to facilities and/or equipment, etc.
  • Maintain supplies and equipment to ensure the availability of custodial items required for properly maintained facilities.
  • Perform minor, job related, maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture and fixtures to ensure proper functionality and usability of items and facilities. Replenish classroom and restroom supplies.
  • Respond to immediate safety and/or operational concerns by taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
  • Support other site maintenance staff.
  • Perform other related duties as required/assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
  • Enrolled as a current Springfield Public Schools student
  • At least sixteen years of age or older
Certificates, Licenses and Other Special Requirements
  • Must pass a Pre-Employment Proficiency Test.
  • Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District.
  • Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
  • Knowledge based competencies required to perform the functions of the job include products and materials used in a school setting.
  • Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
  • Skill based competencies required to perform the functions of the job, including operating equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance; adhering to safety practices; preparing and maintaining accurate records.
  • Ability to read technical information and compose a variety of documents.
  • Ability to analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
  • Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
  • Ability to analyze issues and create action plans.
  • Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
  • Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
  • Ability to adhere to safety practices; meet deadlines and schedules; work under time constraints; and communicate with diverse groups.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
  • Work environment is indoors and outdoors with regular exposure to weather conditions; in proximity to moving mechanical parts and electrical equipment; and in confined spaces.
  • The work is heavy work that requires exerting up to 80 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Must possess the physical ability to perceive the nature of sounds, make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes, express or exchange ideas by the spoken word, substantial movements (motions) with the hands, wrists, and/or fingers, and discern letters or numbers at a given distance.
  • Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, manual dexterity, mental acuity, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity and walking.
Position Type

Temporary

Salary

$16.40 to $16.40 Per Hour

Job Requirements
  • Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
  • Springfield Public Schools R-12, Human Resources Department
  • 1359 E. Saint Louis St.
  • Springfield, Missouri 65802
  • Phone: 417-523-4647
  • Email: humanresources@spsmail.org
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