Custodian - 2nd shift

WEST PLAINS R-7 SCHOOL DISTRICT; West Plains (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

West Plains R-7 School District is seeking a 2nd shift Custodian to maintain clean and safe facilities for students and staff. The role requires physical work including lifting and moving heavy objects, operating cleaning equipment, and performing routine building maintenance.

Applicants should be able to work second shift, follow district procedures, and cooperate with school personnel. The district emphasizes reliability and attention to safety in daily custodial duties.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform essential job functions.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lift 55 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to push/pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently.

Responsibilities

• Perform major cleaning tasks: vacuuming, wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, trash removal and maintaining chalkboards and fountains.
• Clean restrooms and fixtures; ensure cleanliness and disinfection.
• Wash windows and sills; clean door glass.
• Replace light bulbs and refill dispensers; move furniture as needed.
• Report major repairs to Head Custodian and support site operations.
• Work overtime and weekends to meet district events and facility schedules.
• Ensure doors and windows are securely locked; navigate stairs daily.
• Assist in summer cleaning and grounds maintenance, including snow removal when required.

Skills

Stamina

Interpersonal skills

Physical endurance

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum operation

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 12:00 AM
(Central Standard Time)

Custodian - 2nd shift

Job Description

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Custodian

FLSA: Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to perform the essential job functions
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally
• Ability to push / pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently

REPORTS TO: Head Custodian of building.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform major cleaning tasks such as vacuuming (using a 20 lb. vacuum daily for 3-4 hours), wet-mopping, sweeping, dusting, emptying trash (lifting waste paper and debris - minimum of 55 lbs.) and pencil sharpeners, cleaning chalkboards and disinfecting drinking fountains.
• Clean restrooms, including floors and all fixtures (i.e.: urinals, toilets, sinks, mirrors, partitions, and counters). Ensure restrooms are clean and disinfected.
• Wash windows and sills (door glass).
• Perform ongoing tasks such as replacing light bulbs (climb ladders up to a height of 16 feet), filling dispensers, and setting up facilities for student and adult use (lifting furniture, boxes, and cafeteria tables-minimum of 55 lbs.).
• Make minor building repairs and promptly report major repairs needed to the Head Custodian.
• Work overtime and on weekends as necessary to meet District events and facility schedules.
• Ensure that all doors and windows are appropriately locked.
• Must be able to up and down stairs frequently, as well as regular bending and standing as needed in a daily shift.
• Assist in major clean-up in summer such as washing desks and chairs, washing down walls, stripping and waxing floors, etc.
• Pull weeds, keep grounds free of rubbish and in winter shovel snow from steps and sidewalks and apply ice melt when appropriate.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain a professional relationship with students, faculty, administration and community patrons.
• Submit all data and information as requested.
• Regularly monitor district email for pertinent communication.
• Attend meetings as scheduled by supervisors and District Administrators.