Full Time & Part Time Custodian

St James School District R1; St. James (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in St. James, Missouri, is looking for a full-time Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety in the school environment. The role includes various cleaning responsibilities, ensuring facilities are well-kept, and supporting school events as needed. Ideal candidates should possess good communication skills, the physical ability to perform tasks, and a commitment to a clean learning environment. This position plays a vital part in creating a comfortable and safe space for students.

Qualifications

• Possess the physical ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Skilled at cleaning and custodial responsibilities.
• Good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of buildings and premises.
• Sweep classrooms and dust furniture daily.
• Clean corridors and scrub toilet floors daily.
• Report damage to school property.

Skills

Cleaning skills

Communication skills

Ability to follow directions

Physical stamina

Job description

Full Time & Part Time Custodian

St James School District R1 St. James R-1 School District - Saint James, Missouri. Open in Google Maps.

Job Details

• Job ID: 4937121
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Jul 01, 2025 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

St. James R-I School District

Title: Custodian

Qualifications

• Possess the physical ability to perform the essential job functions
• Be skilled at cleaning and other custodial responsibilities
• Listen to and follow directions
• Exhibit good communication skills
• Maintain positive relationships and a professional appearance
• Use basic office technology such as email, internet, and computers
• Provide students with a safe, attractive, comfortable, clean, and efficient place in which to learn, develop, and play

Performance Objectives

• Keep building and premises neat and clean at all times
• Sweep classrooms daily and dust furniture
• Clean corridors each day
• Scrub, wash down, and disinfect toilet floors daily, and clean all sanitary fixtures and drinking fountains daily
• Wash all windows on both the inside and outside as needed
• Keep all floors in a clean and attractive condition and in a good state of preservation
• Clean all whiteboards at least once a week
• Report any damage to the school property to the Custodial Lead
• Move furniture and/or equipment within buildings as required for various activities and as directed by the Custodial Lead
• Organize special function setups such as games, dances, etc., during the week and on weekends
• Work modified schedule on weekends and when necessary to meet District events and facility schedules; must be approved by the Building and Grounds Director
• Make minor building repairs and report major repairs needed to the Lead Custodian
• Comply with local laws/procedures for storage and disposal of trash, rubbish, and waste
• Ensure that all doors and windows are appropriately locked
• Must be able to go up and down stairs frequently, as well as regular bending and standing as needed in a daily shift
• Assist in major clean-up in summer, such as washing desks and chairs, washing down walls, stripping and waxing floors, etc.
• Pull weeds, keep grounds free of rubbish and in winter shovel snow from steps and sidewalks and apply ice melt when appropriate
• Attend meetings as scheduled by the Building and Grounds Director
• Complete requested paperwork, electronic forms, surveys, or training as requested
• Will work closely with and support the Custodial Lead who is under the direct supervision of the Building and Grounds Director
• Comply with federal, state, local, and Board of Education policies and regulations
• Other duties as assigned by the Custodial Lead and/or Building and Grounds Director

Job Requirements

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Job Categories: Support Staff > Custodian

Contact Information

• Wes , DeLuca
• Central Office
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]