Custodian - Day Shift (Rockwood Valley Middle School)

Rockwood Valley Middle School; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockwood R-6 School District seeks a Custodian for day shift at Rockwood Valley Middle School in Wildwood, MO. The role supports cleaning, disinfection, and maintenance across classrooms and common areas, with a roughly 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM schedule and a second shift 2:30 PM–11:00 PM as needed.

The position includes a comprehensive benefits package starting on first date of employment and requires flexibility for weekends or additional shifts.

Qualifications

• HSD or GED preferred and basic math to follow chemical label instructions.
• Understand safety data sheets and cleaning methods.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20-30 pounds repetitively.
• Must be flexible for varied shifts and reporting to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Perform sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming of floors with equipment.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and classrooms.
• Maintain secure building by ensuring doors are locked when appropriate.
• Set up and clean for school functions and events.
• Deliver packages and materials as needed; assist with outdoor upkeep.
• Read caution labels and mix chemicals per manufacturer directions.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Reading MSDS

Ladder use

Timekeeping system use

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Propane burnisher

Propane stripper

Backpack vacuum

Upright vacuum

Carpet extractor

Kaivac

Compass

Snow blower

Power washer

Job description

Custodian - Day Shift (Rockwood Valley Middle School)

Rockwood R-6 School District Rockwood Valley Middle School - Wildwood, Missouri Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Rockwood R-6 School District.

Job Details

Job ID: 5947699

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

$16.90 per hour, 8 hours per day 12 month workcalendar

Schedule: 6:00AM - 2:30 PM

Standard BenefitPackage begins on first date of employment.

Benefits include Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement through the Public Educational Employer Retirement System (PEERS) of Missouri, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Sick, Personal and Vacation time compensation, 12 paid holidays and uniforms provided.

POSITION SCHEDULE: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

POSITION SUMMARY: Helps support the mission of the district by performing moderately complex cleaning tasks, leadership, custodial maintenance of the building and coordination of tasks with evening and day custodial employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Responsible for sweeping, mopping and vacuuming various floor surfaces with manual and mechanical equipment.
• Keeps the building locked and secured.
• Clean all surfaces, equipment and furniture in classrooms using appropriate supplies and equipment.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms.
• Monitor halls and grounds and pick up debris.
• Prepare and finish/refinish hard floors per established procedures when directed.
• Facilitate school functions by setting up and cleaning, utilizing safe work practices.
• Delivery of packages and other materials as needed.
• Provides general upkeep and cleanliness of the outside of the building, typically from curb line in to building.
• Remove snow and ice from exterior walks as required, ensuring safe pathways to school.
• Read caution labels and mix chemicals in accordance with manufacturer directions.
• Be prepared to assist in preparing reports on work-related injuries with the Head/Lead Custodian as soon as possible after the incident, to include securing the names of witnesses and other pertinent data.
• Responsibly report work periods using the current time keeping system as directed.
• Climbs ladders as needed; up to six (6) feet.
• Supports the staff of the building with whatever custodial related tasks are needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Use current time keeping system as directed.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILIITIES:

• Ability to understand and know how to use supplies and equipment via material safety data sheets.
• Ability to execute defined work assignments.
• Ability to evaluate and solve problems in the absence of head, lead and/or supervisor.
• Possess interpersonal skills that enable the employee to interact with children, staff, parents and supervisors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to perform necessary cleaning procedures to complete assigned duties throughout assigned location.
• Ability to climb ladders; up to six (6) feet.
• Ability to recognize common safety and health hazards.
• Ability to stoop, bend, twist, lift and move equipment and supplies, including lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion and 20-30 pounds repetitively.
• Ability to wear job-appropriate personal protective equipment.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Ability to understand and know how to use supplies and equipment via safety data sheets.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment and supplies, including precautions for use.
• Math skills sufficient to handle manufacturers' label instructions for dilution of chemicals used in cleaning.
• Basic computer knowledge is preferred.

EQUIPMENT USED:

• Propane burnisher, propane stripper, backpack vacuum, upright vacuum, carpet extractor, restroom machines (Kaivac, Compass), snow blower, tractor, carpet spotter machines, flat cart, two wheeler, trash truck, auto scrubber, ride on scrubber, pallet jack, power washer, mop and mop bucket, curb sweeper, gas/electric blower, side by side, salt spreader, wet/dry vacuum, hand power tools, dust mop, pan and broom, spray bottles, micro fiber, hand tools, snow shovel, putty knife, pump sprayer, micro duster, toilet brush, 6 foot ladders, chemical dispenser and other tools/equipment asneeded.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Within assigned buidlings/quadrants.
• Outside of school buildings, including in inclement weather.
• Work performed during scheduled hours.
• Must be flexible, able to report to various school sites and when necessary, various shifts or days of the week, including some weekends.
• This position is very active and requires the physical ability to enable standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, sitting, talking, hearing, twisting, reaching, and lifting throughout each shift.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $16.90 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required