Lead Custodian

Maplewood Richmond Heights 
School District
2531 S Big Bend
Maplewood, MO  63143
(314)644-4400   Fax: (314)781-3160

Employment Opportunity

Head Custodian (Evenings)

Supervisor: Director of Operations

Primary Responsibilities: The Head Custodian is responsible for the overall maintenance and cleanliness of the school. It is their responsibility to ensure that the facilities are maintained in a condition of cleanliness, and safety. They also have supervisory responsibility over the other custodians including seasonal custodial employees. They must be able to perform a full range of general cleaning operations throughout school facility, such as clean floors; walls; fixtures; restrooms; cafeteria and gym areas and other assignments as specified by supervisor(s).

Qualifications: Knowledge of custodial procedures; read and follow instructions; good communication skills with co-workers and public; operate custodial equipment. Physical ability to exert 50-100 lbs. of force; strenuous walking, standing, climbing, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside with exposure to hot and cold temperatures; and exposure to dust, toxic chemicals and materials.

Education/Training/Experience: High School diploma or G.E.D, and related job experience

Terms of Employment: Employed for a full time 12-month period with salary and benefits set by the Board of Education.

Essential Functions:

•    Cleans classrooms, offices, libraries, restrooms and common areas including but not necessarily limited to whiteboards, dusting, emptying waste receptacles, vacuuming and washing windows.
•    Immediately reports any vandalism or other damage to school property to his/her superior.
•    Assumes responsibility for the security of the building - all doors and windows locked and lights turned off as needed before leaving the building for the night.
•    Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment 
•    Moves furniture and equipment and assists in special events presentations.
•    Corrects minor safety hazards when observed, notifies Director of Operations if additional maintenance is needed.
•    Complies with District Policies
•    Performs other duties as requested by supervisor

Any qualified person who would like to be considered as a candidate for this position should apply online at:

https://www.applitrack.com/mrhschools/onlineapp/
"Notice of Non-Discrimination"
The Maplewood Richmond Heights School District is committed to maintaining an educational and workplace environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs, services, activities and facilities. The District is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of education, recruiting, hiring, retention, promotion and contracted service. 
In its programs and activities, the District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law and as required as required by Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. In addition, the District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups. Further, no person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subject to discrimination based on the above listed characteristics under a school nutrition program for which the District receives federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA Food and Nutrition Service). 
The following person is designated and authorized as the District's Non-Discrimination and Title IX Coordinator to coordinate compliance with the laws identified above, including to handle inquiries or complaints regarding the District's non-discrimination policies: 
Dr. Shonda Ambers-Phillips, Assistant Superintendent of HR & DEI 7539 Manchester Rd, Maplewood, MO 63143 314-644-4400 shonda.ambers-phillips@mrhschools.net 
For information regarding how to report or file a claim of discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, see Board of Education Policy AC. Policy and Regulation AC shall govern the grievance procedures, process, and response for complaints and concerns by parents, patrons, employees, or students of the District related to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, disability, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 
Inquiries or concerns regarding civil rights compliance by school districts should be directed to the local school district's Non-Discrimination and Title IX Coordinator. Inquiries and complaints may also be directed to the Kansas City Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 8930 Ward Parkway, Suite 2037, Kansas City, MO 64114; (816) 268-0550; TDD (877) 521-2172.

Posted: March 26, 2026

 ** MRH School District reserves the right to close any Job Posting when a suitable applicant has been found before the deadline date.