2026-2027 Custodian (Location TBD) (Immediate Opening) - Custodial Services

Springfield Public Schools•Springfield, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides custodial services at assigned site, ensuring an attractive, sanitary, and safe environment for students, staff, and visitors. This role involves performing a variety of special cleaning operations, preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events, and completing assignments in a safe, proper, and timely manner. The custodian will maintain supplies and equipment, monitor work areas for safety, and perform minor maintenance on custodial equipment and fixtures.

Requirements

Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
Must pass a Pre-Employment Proficiency Test.
Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios.
Ability to understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly.
Ability to understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of products and materials used in a school setting.
Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills.
Skill in operating equipment and materials used in industrial maintenance.
Ability to adhere to safety practices.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to read technical information and compose a variety of documents.
Ability to analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Ability to work with others under a wide variety of circumstances.
Ability to work with data utilizing defined but different processes.
Ability to operate equipment using defined methods.
Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
Ability to work with data of widely varied types and/or purposes.
Ability to utilize job-related equipment.
Ability to analyze issues and create action plans.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
Ability to meet deadlines and schedules.
Ability to work under time constraints.
Ability to communicate with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds, maintaining a sanitary, safe, and attractive learning environment.
Consults with administrative and other custodial personnel for planning, prioritizing, and scheduling custodial activities.
Informs students and other site personnel about activities, safety issues, and facility/equipment maintenance.
Inspects facilities to ensure suitability for safe operations, cleanliness, and identifies necessary repairs.
Maintains supplies and equipment to ensure availability for job functions.
Monitors students and staff in work areas to prevent injuries and ensure site safety.
Participates in meetings, workshops, and trainings.
Performs snow removal to ensure site access and safety.
Performs minor, job-related maintenance on custodial equipment, classroom furniture, and fixtures.
Prepares written materials to document activities and identify issues for personnel review.
Replenishes classroom and restroom supplies.
Requisitions equipment, supplies, and materials.
Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns by taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel.
Supports other site maintenance staff.
Performs other related duties as required/assigned.