Custodian

Overview

Custodian at Fort Scott Unified School District 234, Fort Scott High School, Fort Scott, Kansas.

Job : 5309156

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Purpose: The Custodian provides a safe, attractive, comfortable, and clean environment to ensure full and productive use of district facilities.

Reports To: Facility Director, Custodial Lead

General Expectations:

• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors, co-workers, and students.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform responsibilities without close supervision.
• Ability to effectively communicate with coworkers and supervisors.
• Ability to meet attendance standards to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to maintain a generally positive attitude.

Functions and Responsibilities:

Universal USD 234 Classified Standards:

• Support the philosophy and mission of USD 234 and the value of education.
• Comply with the privacy rights of students.
• Safeguard confidential and/or sensitive information.

Fort Scott Schools
Unified School District 234

Building Custodian Rev. 0718

Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

• Communicate pleasantly and effectively with all the members of the school district and community.
• Provide excellence in customer service both internally and externally.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Ensure that all activities conform to district, state, and federal guidelines.
• React to change positively and productively.
• Adhere to all district health and safety policies, including all precautions of the Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan.

• Operate all equipment safely and appropriately.
• Ensure classrooms, student gathering areas, restrooms, corridors and office areas are cleaned daily according to district specifications.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, or mirrors using appropriate cleaners and tools.
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
• Gather and empty trash; service, clean, or supply restrooms.
• Report damaged school property immediately to the Principal and the Facility Director.
• Move furniture or equipment within buildings as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by building Principal or the Facility Director.

Building Custodian Rev. 0718

Note:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.

• Level 4 – Heavy Work:
  Exerting 20 - 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
• Must be able to adapt to a fast-paced, multi-faceted work environment.
• Frequent stooping, bending, reaching, kneeling, crawling and turning.
• Requires climbing and balancing; lifting, moving and carrying items up to 50 lbs.
• Trunk Strength, Extent Flexibility, Manual Dexterity, Oral Comprehension, Static Strength, Near Vision, Oral Expression.
• Must work indoors and outdoors; work in noisy and crowded environments; around dust, fumes, and odors.
• Extended periods of standing/walking during an 8-hour shift.

• Dependability
• Self-Control
• Cooperation
• Attention to Detail
• Concern for Others
• Integrity
• Independence
• Adaptability / Flexibility
• Initiative
• Stress Tolerance

USD 234 is an Equal Employment / Educational Opportunity Agency and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Superintendent, 424 S. Main, Fort Scott, KS 66701.

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Daniel Koppa, Director of Maintenance
• Fort Scott High School
• Phone:
• Email: daniel.koppa

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