Day Porter - (Eagle Bluff Elementary), Full Time

Young World Physical Education

Columbia Township (MO)

On-site

USD 22,730 - 29,549

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Day Porter for Eagle Bluff Elementary in Columbia, Missouri. This full-time position requires performing regular custodial duties to keep the school clean and safe. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory, securing the building, and ensuring a positive environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, knowledge of cleaning procedures, and the ability to follow instructions. This role offers a starting salary of $16.50 to $21.45 per hour.

Qualifications

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions related to work assignments.
Knowledge of the safe use of supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of building cleaning and maintenance procedures.
Ability to maintain a cooperative and positive relationship with others.

Responsibilities

Perform regular custodial duties in assigned area(s) or building(s).
Project a positive image of the school district with his/her team.
Accept and follow verbal or written instructions from the head custodian/supervisor.
Maintain inventory of custodial/maintenance supplies and equipment.
Maintain building security by opening and closing the building each school day.

Job description

Day Porter - (Eagle Bluff Elementary), Full Time

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Job Details

Job ID: 5684565

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

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

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $16.50 to $21.45 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Job Description

This position is responsible for keeping his/her assigned area(s) or building(s) clean, safe, functional and secure in accordance with prescribed and established district policies and standards. The Day Porter must maintain all assigned areas in a state of operational excellence so that they present no interruptions, distractions or obstacles to the educational program. This position is located at Alpha Hart Lewis Elementary School. This is a full time position Monday‑Friday 6:30am‑3:00pm with a 30 min break.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Perform regular custodial duties in assigned area(s) or building(s).
Project a positive image of the school district with his/her team whenever the public, guests or visitors are in the building.
Accept and follow verbal or written instructions from the head custodian/supervisor.
Provide services as directed to support curricular and extracurricular events and activities.
Maintain inventory of custodial/maintenance supplies and equipment.
Restock disposable custodial/maintenance items and provide the head custodian/supervisor with inventory usage data.
Clean and preserve designated spaces, equipment, furniture, etc. in the building.
Maintain building security by opening and closing the building each school day and during special events as directed.
Be available for emergency cleanup or maintenance of the building(s) or area(s) outside of the regular work hours.
Perform other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

District Expectations

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times.

Reporting Relationships

Reports To: Assistant Director of FCS, Building administrator(s), Head and/or Lead Custodian. Supervises: None.

Qualifications

Minimum: Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions related to work assignments; Knowledge of the safe use of supplies and equipment; Knowledge of building cleaning and maintenance procedures; Ability to maintain a cooperative and positive relationship with others.

Preferred: High School diploma.

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast‑paced environment.

ADA Requirements

Language: Read and write in English; Interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions; Write routine reports and memos; Respond to requests from staff members.

Computation: Add, subtract, multiply and divide using units of American money, weight, volume and distance.

Reasoning: Solve practical problems; Interpret instructions given orally or in writing by diagram, schedule, or form.

Technology: Minimal use of technology is required, including data entry into inventory records.

Other Skills and Abilities: Establish and maintain positive relationships with others; Good personal hygiene; Excellent customer service skills.

Physical Demands: Regular standing, walking, use of hands and fingers; Frequently reach, climb, bend, squat, stoop and kneel; Use hand strength to grasp and use tools; Climb ladders; Lift or move 50 pounds regularly and up to 90 pounds occasionally; Push or pull items such as desks, tables, bleachers and scrubbing machines; Specific vision requirements include close and peripheral vision and depth perception.

Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential duty of this position.

Conditions and Environment: Work indoors and occasionally outdoors; Work near or with moving mechanical equipment; May occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemical; Noise level is usually moderate but can occasionally be loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or other protected characteristics.

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