Custodian

Custodian: Architect of a Healthy Environment

Location: Assigned FFSD School Site District-Wide

Status: 12-Month Operation Support Staff Non-Exempt (FLSA)

The Opportunity: Creating the Canvas for Learning

In Ferguson-Florissant, we believe that pride in our schools starts with the care we give our facilities. We are seeking a hardworking, dependable, and high-energy Custodian to join our team. You aren’t just "cleaning floors"—you are creating the healthy, sanitized environment where breakthroughs happen. From the gleam of the hallway floors to the safety of the playground, your work directly impacts the daily lives of our scholars and staff.

If you take pride in a job well done and enjoy being a vital part of a school community, your next chapter starts here.

Role Summary

The Custodian performs essential manual work required for the routine cleaning, maintenance, and operation of our school buildings. Reporting to the Building Administrator and Custodial Leadership, you ensure that classrooms, restrooms, corridors, and exterior grounds are maintained to the highest standards of sanitation and safety. You are a versatile team player who can handle everything from chemical mixing to snow removal and minor equipment repairs.

Why You’ll Succeed (Qualifications)

• Educationally Prepared: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical Skilled: Demonstrated ability to operate custodial equipment (buffers, scrubbers, carpet extractors) and motorized grounds equipment (mowers, snow blowers).
• Safety Mindset: Knowledge of proper chemical mixing techniques and the ability to interpret safety instructions for solvents and cleaning agents.
• Physically Capable: This is a strenuous role requiring the ability to lift up to 100 lbs, work from ladders up to 12 feet, and perform repetitive motions over long periods.
• Reliable Professional: Honest, dependable, and motivated with a strong work record and the ability to work well with students, staff, and the public.
• All-Weather Ready: Available and able to perform snow and ice removal during inclement weather to keep our schools accessible.

Your Impact (Key Duties)

• Sanitation Excellence: Perform detailed cleaning of classrooms, lavatories, and common areas, ensuring supplies are replenished and environments are hygienic.
• Floor Care Mastery: Execute proper techniques for stripping, waxing, and buffing floors, as well as vacuuming and shampooing carpets.
• Curb Appeal & Safety: Maintain the exterior of the building, including sweeping walkways, removing debris, cutting grass, and ensuring entrances are clear of snow and ice.
• Facility Stewardship: Conduct daily tours to check for vandalism or safety hazards; report building needs and potential fire dangers immediately.
• Operational Support: Monitor heating and cooling systems to detect faulty operations and assist with minor equipment repairs and inventory management.
• Collaborative Service: Move furniture and equipment as needed for school events and daily cafeteria transitions.

Your Leadership Partners

• Primary Support: Building Principal / Head Custodian
• District Support: Custodial Supervisor & Operations Leadership

The Logistics of Your Success

• Classification: Support Staff 12-Month Work Calendar.
• Work Day: 8 hours per day (Shift times may vary based on building needs).
• Physical Demands: Requires frequent stretching, twisting, bending, and the ability to walk up/down stairs with heavy loads.
• Benefits: Full-time Eligibility (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, & PEERS Retirement).

The FFSD Advantage: Total Rewards & Support

We don't just hire custodians; we invest in the caretakers of our community's pride.

• Stability & Year-Round Impact: Secure, 12-month employment in a district that values your contribution.
• Health & Wellness: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to our Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.
• Future Security: Participation in the PEERS retirement system and district-provided Life Insurance.
• Time to Recharge: Accrued vacation, sick days, and paid holidays to keep you at your best.

About Our District

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is fiercely committed to the "New Chapter" of operational excellence. We know that a clean building sends a message of respect to our 10,000 scholars. Join us in delivering a environment where every student can feel proud of where they learn.

Hiring Timeline

• Application Deadline: Until Filled

Ready to be the guardian of our school environment? Join our operations team today!