Lead Custodian - Day Shift

Unified School District No; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Applitrack seeks a Lead Custodian at De Soto High School to maintain a safe, clean, and productive learning environment with a customer service mindset. The role requires close collaboration with staff and administration of USD 232.

The position is 1.0 FTE on a 250-day calendar with a 6:00 am to 2:30 pm shift and a starting wage of $21.14/hour, commensurate with experience. Applicants must have a high school diploma, pass a background check, and health/TB tests.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with increasing levels of responsibility desired.
• Ability to read chemical labels.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Must be available to work some weekends.
• Completion of a clear criminal background check.
• Current Health TB test on file in district office.
• Must pass standard strength and agility testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead custodian supports staff and students by maintaining a safe, clean, operational learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and administration to ensure a productive learning environment.
• Uphold high standards of customer service and safety in daily operations.

Skills

Independent work

Reading chemical labels

Weekend availability

Background check

TB health test

Strength & agility test

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Position Type: FACILITIES/Maintenance & Custodial/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 9/29/2026
• Location: De Soto High School
• Date Available: ASAP

Lead Custodian - 1.0 FTE

De Soto High School

250-Day Work Calendar

Please see attached job description

Shift Hours: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Position Function: The lead custodian supports the staff and students of USD 232 by providing a safe, clean, operational, and productive learning environment with a customer service mindset. To accomplish these tasks, the lead custodian must work closely with the staff and administration of USD 232.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma of equivalent
• Job related experience with increasingly levels of responsibilities desired
• Ability to read chemical labels
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Must be available to work some weekends
• Completion of clear, criminal background check
• Current Certification of Health, including negative TB test on file in district office
• Must pass standard strength and agility test

Benefits:

USD 232 offers an excellent benefits package! Visit our benefits page for more information.

Starting Salary:

$21.14/hour (commensurate with experience)

Requirements:

• Allemployees must have a current TB test (Tuberculosis).If you've had a recent TB Test (less than 12 months ago) wecan accept a copy of your test results. If it's been more than 1 year ago, you will be required to obtain a new test. Employees are responsible for the cost of the test.
• Must pass standardized strength & agility testing requiring lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must submit pre-employment physical prior to first day of work.