Custodian, Evening

Moberly Public Schools; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Moberly Public Schools is seeking a Custodian for the evening shift. This floating position involves routine custodial duties including cleaning classrooms, restrooms, and common areas. Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate knowledge of custodial technology.

The role requires working 261 days a year, from Monday to Friday, with responsibilities including reporting safety hazards and maintaining the security of assigned areas. The position emphasizes effective communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning solutions and proper methods of storing equipment.
• Ability to use technology for daily tasks and follow directions.
• Must maintain regular attendance and follow safety precautions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial duties at assigned school site.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, and offices as assigned.
• Report safety hazards and maintain security of assigned areas.

Skills

Knowledge of custodial technology and equipment

Demonstrate aptitude for successful performance

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Job description

Applications will be accepted beginning Wednesday, February 11, 2026 12:00 AM (Central Standard Time).

Custodian, Evening

Job Description

This will be a floating position.

Minimum Qualifications / Skills Required:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Knowledge of custodial technology and equipment
• Demonstrate aptitude for successful performance of the tasks required

Reports To: Building Administrator

Hours In Duty Days Excluding Lunch: 8

(Note: Actual workdays may vary in accordance with District needs and administrative assignments and may include occasional weekend work.)

Work Day: Monday - Friday

(Note: Actual workdays may vary in accordance with District needs and administrative assignments and may include occasional weekend work.)

Contract Days Worked: 261 days = 12 months

Funding Source: Local

Essential Job Duties

• Perform routine custodial duties at assigned District school site.
• Sweep, scrub, mop, max and polish floors and vacuum rugs and carpets in classrooms, offices, workshops, and other assigned areas.
• Spot clean and shampoo carpets.
• Clean classrooms, restrooms, shops, offices and related facilities as assigned.
• Spot mop spills and remove gum and debris.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains, sinks, toilets and urinals.
• Clean mirrors, tile, and windows.
• Report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards to appropriate authority.
• Report suspicious or unauthorized individuals on campus.
• Report infractions of rules to supervisor.
• Wash windows and walls; clean chalkboards, trays and erasers, move and arrange furniture, supplies and equipment in preparing classrooms and multi-purpose rooms for special events or meetings.
• Clean Venetian blinds, dust and polish furniture and woodwork and make minor, non-technical repairs as needed.
• Lock and unlock doors and gates as appropriate; maintain security of assigned areas.
• Order supplies according to established guidelines and procedures.
• Pick up and rack paper, trash debris around school grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances.
• Dispose of trash according to established procedures and standards.
• Pack, unpack, load, receive, and store books, supplies, materials, and other items.
• Operate cleaning equipment such as vacuums, floor stripper, cleaning, buffer and polisher, carpet shampooer, scrubbers, high-pressure sprayer, manual and power sweepers, and power blower as assigned.
• Shovel, plow and sand walk and steps as directed.
• Respond to emergency clean ups such as spills.
• Maintain records of observed maintenance, repair needs, and safety issues.
• Participate in major summer cleaning projects as assigned.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Desirable Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Knowledge of various cleaning solutions.
• Knowledge of mechanical and safety shut-offs.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students, and the public.
• Use technology to complete daily tasks appropriate for the position.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Communicate effectively both orally and written.
• Some knowledge of the proper use of fire extinguishers.
• Some knowledge of tile floors.
• Some knowledge of work safety.
• Use minor hand and power tools.
• Operate heavy duty industrial size buffers.
• Basic methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Perform routine maintenance.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Proper lifting methods.
• Walk, bend, lift, push and stand for extended periods of time.
• Learn appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Demonstrate regular and predictable attendance that complies with District policies and rules.
• Demonstrate effective and positive interpersonal relationships with staff, students, and the community and the ability to work as a productive and solid member of the school district team.
• Must be able to collaborate with peers, possess a positive attitude and be flexible with change.

Other Job Responsibilities

• Other duties as assigned. This does not preclude the assignment of additional or supplemental duties. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment as needed to reflect such duties.

Essential Physical and Mental Demands

• Upper body strength to lift up to 40 pounds and carry more than 50 feet throughout the work day and lift 80 pounds at waist height.
• Lower body strength to stand and walk throughout the day or sit throughout the day.
• Need to be adaptable to varying temperatures and climates encountered indoors and outdoors.
• Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and tissues.
• Exposure to cleaning chemicals and compounds.
• Handling and use of cleaning equipment (ladders, snow blowers, floor cleaner, etc.)
• Duties performed typically in district settings to include the cafeteria, gym, recreational areas and other assigned areas.
• Frequent walking, standing, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, and other limited physical activities are required.
• Mental demands can include but are not limited to: comparing, copying, computing, compiling, analyzing, coordinating, and synthesizing.

Aligned with the mission of the Moberly School District is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff, and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Moberly School District, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.

Moberly School District
926 Shepherd Brothers Blvd.
Moberly MO 65270
ph 660-269-2600
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