Custodian

Liberal High School; Liberal (MO); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberal High School in Liberal, Missouri is seeking a Custodian to maintain clean and safe classrooms, hallways, and common areas. This full-time role requires lifting up to 50 lbs and regular cleaning tasks, with a starting pay of $15.56 per hour.

The position reports to the Head Custodian and School Principal, includes 30-40 hours weekly, 12-month term, and Board-sponsored health and life insurance after 60 days. Apply with the district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate cleaning equipment.
• Willingness to follow board policies and safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean and safe school buildings.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, dust, and disinfect areas as needed.
• Clean restrooms, wash windows, and empty trash.
• Monitor and report repairs or damages to the Director of Maintenance.
• Assist in stocking supplies and ordering replacements.
• Lock facilities and ensure fire safety compliance.

Skills

Lifting up to 50lbs

Operate cleaning machines

Cleaning

Education

High school diploma or the equivalent

Tools

Cleaning machines

Job description

Custodian

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967392

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Reports to: Head Custodian, Building Principal, Superintendent

Terms of Employment: 12 months, full-time, 30-40 hours per week. Employed on an at-will basis according to our Board policies.

Benefits according to Board Policy Includes: After 60 days of employment you will receive Board paid health and life insurance, option to purchase for vision and dental insurance, retirement plan, and 19 paid holidays, 10 vacation days, 12 personal days annually.

Purpose: The job of the custodian is to maintain clean and safe buildings at the school.

Qualifications: High school diploma or the equivalent.

Essential Functions:

• Properly keep all district buildings neat and clean at all times
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop hallways, stairs, and floors as needed throughout the buildings
• Dust furniture and other areas as needed
• Clean toilets, restroom sinks, floors, fixtures, and water fountains daily.
• Wash and clean windows both inside and out as needed
• Maintain storage areas to ensure trash free walkways
• Performs other related duties as needed when asked
• Reports damage of school property or any major repairs to the Director of Maintenance
• Makes minor repairs when appropriate
• Inventory on hand cleaning supplies and materials while requesting the replenishment of supplies in a timely manner. Assist in ordering supplies when needed.
• Clean cafeteria and setup/takedown/storing of tables as needed
• Scrub, strip and wax floors as directed
• Complete emergency cleaning services and repairs when needed
• Move equipment and furniture in the buildings as directed
• Responsible for locking classrooms, windows, and buildings as well as checking for fire hazards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head Custodian and/or Superintendent
• Ability to communicate information and ideas as well as exchange accurate information in specific situations with other staff.

Requirements

Must be able to adhere to the following:

• Lift up to 50lbs
• Be able to operate or learn to operate cleaning machines
• Work with cleaning chemicals and supplies
• Lift, sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, kneel, and ascend/descend to complete tasks when needed

EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board’s policy on evaluation of support staff personnel.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $15.56 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nicole Ruddick , MS/HS Principal
• Liberal High School
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]