Custodian - Evening Shift (La Salle Springs Middle)

Young World Physical Education; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 22,716; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Medical

Paid Dental

Paid Vision

Retirement through PEERS

Job summary

A local school district is seeking a full-time Custodian for the evening shift. Responsibilities include cleaning tasks, building upkeep, and ensuring safety. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, along with knowledge of cleaning methods and tools. Applicants must be able to lift weights and work in various conditions. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans. The position starts immediately at a rate of $16.49 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods and supplies required.
• Basic computer knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning tasks, including sweeping and mopping floors.
• Monitor halls and grounds for cleanliness.
• Prepare rooms for school functions.

Skills

Cleaning procedures

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Lifting

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Backpack vacuum

Propane burnisher

Wet/dry vacuum

Job description

Custodian - Evening Shift (La Salle Springs Middle)

Rockwood R-6 School District – La Salle Springs Middle School, Wildwood, Missouri. Open for applications until position is filled.

Job Details

Job ID: 5451637

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 08, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

$16.49 per hour, 8 hours per day, 12 month work calendar.

Standard benefits include Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Retirement through PEERS, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Sick, Personal and Vacation time, 12 paid holidays, and uniforms provided.

Position Schedule: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM (depending on school building needs)

Position Summary: Supports the district’s mission by performing moderately complex cleaning tasks, leading custodial maintenance of the building, and coordinating 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.
• Remove snow and ice from exterior walks as required, ensuring safe pathways.
• Read caution labels and mix chemicals in accordance with manufacturer directions.
• Assist in preparing reports on work-related injuries with the Head/Lead Custodian.
• Report work periods using the current time keeping system.
• Climbs ladders up to six feet.
• Supports staff with whatever custodial tasks are needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Understand and use supplies and equipment via material safety data sheets.
• Execute defined work assignments.
• Evaluate and solve problems independently.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills to interact with children, staff, parents and supervisors professionally.
• Perform necessary cleaning procedures to complete assigned duties.
• Climb ladders up to six feet.
• Recognize common safety and health hazards.
• Stoop, bend, twist, lift and move equipment and supplies, lifting up to 50 pounds on occasion and 20‑30 pounds repetitively.
• Wear job-appropriate personal protective equipment.

Basic Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Understand and use supplies and equipment via safety data sheets.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, equipment and supplies, including precautions for use.
• Math skills sufficient for manufacturer label instructions for dilution of chemicals.
• Basic computer knowledge 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 bucket, curb sweeper, gas/electric blower, side by side, salt spreader, wet/dry vacuum, hand power tools, dust mop, pan and broom, spray bottles, microfiber, hand tools, snow shovel, putty knife, pump sprayer, microfiber duster, toilet brush, 6‑foot ladder, chemical dispenser and other tools/equipment as needed.

Work Environment

• Within assigned buildings/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 shifts, including weekends.
• Position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, climbing, sitting, talking, hearing, twisting, reaching, and lifting throughout each shift.

Position Type: Full‑time

Salary: $16.49 per hour

Job Category: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Contact Information

• Facilities: [phone]