Day Custodian - Grounds

BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Springs School District in Missouri seeks a Day Custodian - Grounds to provide custodial services at a school site, keeping facilities attractive, safe and ready for students and staff.

The role is full-time (260 days, 8 hours/day) with a salary range of $40,771–$53,251, commensurate with experience. Responsibilities include outdoor maintenance, snow removal, and ensuring readiness for campus events.

Qualifications

• Grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check required prior to employment.
• Non-exempt; 260-day, full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Mow and maintain grounds for a safe, attractive environment.
• Snow removal to ensure access and safety.
• Clean assigned facilities and/or grounds to maintain a sanitary, safe environment.
• Monitor site for safety and respond to issues as needed.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs; maintain records of activities.
• Prepare site for daily operations and events.
• Respond to safety/operational concerns promptly.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Custodial experience

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Mowing equipment

Industrial cleaning equipment

Hazardous materials handling

Job description

Day Custodian - Grounds

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Day Custodian - Grounds

Blue Springs School District
2026-2027

Position Summary:

The job of Custodian - Day is done for the purpose/s of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary, and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; and assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events.

• This job reports to the Building Principal
• This position is a Full Time (260 day, 8 hrs./day) benefits eligible position.
• The salary range for this position is: $40,771 - $53,251. Salary will be commensurate with years of experience in full-time parallel positions.

Essential Functions:

• This position is mostly working outsideall year round.
• Performs mowing and maintaining grounds for the purpose of a safe and attractive environment.
• Assists with snow removal site for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.
• Attends and actively participates in unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. (e.g., custodial professional development, district's safety program, etc.) for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
• Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g., classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose rooms, pools, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive learning environment.
• Delivers and receives a variety of items (e.g., supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing materials to the appropriate parties within site.
• Identifies the locations of all major utilities and shut off valves (e.g., gas, water [domestic and fire sprinklers], and electricity, etc.) for the purpose of emergency situations.
• Monitors students, parents, visitors, and staff in and around work areas (e.g., bus/car duty, halls, multipurpose rooms, lunchrooms, restrooms, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of preventing injuries and ensuring site safety.
• Performs preventative maintenance, minor repairs, and maintain records on operational and maintenance activities. (e.g., custodial equipment, grounds equipment) for the purpose of ensuring a safe and attractive environment.
• Prepares by learning school emergency procedures (e.g., fire, tornado, lockdown, security issues, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the safety of our students, staff, and community members.
• Prepares site for daily operations (e.g., opening doors/gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, cafeteria programs, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g., facility damage, vandalism, alarms, etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Responds to inquiries from staff, students, parents, and/or visitors (e.g., obtaining and setting up needed equipment, directions, assist with parking, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, taking appropriate action, and/or directing to appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Secures facilities and grounds (e.g., doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.
• Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g., grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site custodial activities.

Other Functions:

• Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., inventory of custodial/maintenance supplies and equipment, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Skillsare required to perform multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in industrial maintenance including electrical cleaning equipment, common tools, etc.; and adhering to safety practices; assembling and/or repairing office and classroom equipment; inspecting buildings and/or grounds; inspecting equipment; cleaning, handling and disposing of hazardous materials.

Knowledgeis required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow instructions; and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include methods of industrial cleaning; safety practices and procedures; health standards and hazards; job-related equipment; school safety and security practices; job-related codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies.

Abilityis required to schedule activities, collate data, and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with specific, job-related data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Some problem solving may be required to identify issues and select action plans. Problem solving with data requires following prescribed guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working with constant interruptions; being available on-call; maintaining confidentiality; analyzing issues and determining appropriate course of action; organizing tasks; setting priorities.

Responsibility:Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget. There is a continual opportunity to have some impact on the organization’s services.

Working Environment:The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 40% sitting (mower), 40% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. This job is primarily an outdoor job.

Experience:Grounds maintenance experience, preferred

Education:High school diploma or equivalent.

Background Check:Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to the Blue Springs School District. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Testing

Post Offer Employment Test (Physical Demands)

Certificates and Licenses

None

Continuing Education/Training

Internal Professional Development

Clearances

Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse/Neglect Check

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Salary Grade

20

7/1/26

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Custodian

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: HrDept[at]bssd[dot]net