2026-27 Custodian Engineer 3

Saint Paul Public Schools; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 59,193 - 72,347; Full time

Job summary

Saint Paul Public Schools offers a lead custodial-engineer role overseeing interior and grounds maintenance at a large school facility. You will supervise a custodial crew, operate boilers and HVAC equipment, and ensure safe practice and compliance with district rules.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, Minnesota First Class Boiler License, and ability to manage preventive maintenance and safety training for staff. It is a full-time, 12-month role based in Saint Paul, MN.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with two years custodian experience or equivalent.
• Must hold and retain Minnesota First Class Boiler License.
• Pool certification required within six months if assigned to a pool building.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, review, and approve work of custodial staff.
• Operate and maintain boilers, heat exchangers, air handlers and pool pumps.
• Maintain mechanical equipment for heating and cooling systems.
• Clean and service boilers, air conditioners, belts and air filters.
• Prepare reports on fuel, vandalism, and timesheets; order supplies.

Skills

Custodial practices

Boiler operation

HVAC knowledge

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First Class Boiler License (MN)

Pool certification within 6 months if pool site

Tools

Low‑pressure boilers

Air conditioning systems

Mechanical equipment

Power tools

Lawn mowing equipment

Snow removal equipment

Job description

General Information

Performs highly responsible lead custodial and routine maintenance work involving the interior, immediate grounds, and mechanical system of a large elementary school, the service facility, or a small to medium‑sized junior high school; and performs related duties as required.

Supervision Received

Works under the general, technical, and administrative supervision of a Facility Operations Coordinator; receives some administrative supervision from a school principal.

Supervision Exercised

Plans, assigns, leads, and reviews the work of a crew of lower-level custodial employees assigned to a specific school district facility.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a High School Diploma or GED Certificate and two years of experience as a Custodian Engineer 2 or equivalent. Must possess and retain a First Class Boiler License issued by the State of Minnesota. Pool certification will be required within six months of appointment if placed in a building with a pool.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of, and ability to perform, custodial practices and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of, and the ability to safely operate, and maintain low‑pressure hot water and steam boilers, air‑conditioning systems and mechanical equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of the safe and effective use of powered mechanical equipment including lawn mowers, snow blowers, scrubbers and buffers, compressors, and hand maintenance equipment including mops, rakes and shovels.
• Thorough skill in operating, and teaching others to safely operate, a variety of tools and equipment.
• Considerable ability to assign, lead and evaluate the work of other workers.
• Considerable ability to interpret temperature and pressure gauges and take appropriate corrective action.
• Working ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Working ability to interact with school personnel, students and the public in a tactful and effective manner.
• Ability to endure sustained periods of physical activity.
• Ability to perform work requiring continuous standing and frequent walking.
• Ability to safely lift objects of varying weights ranging from continuously for weights up to 15 pounds, frequently for weights up to 30 pounds, occasionally for weights up to 50 pounds and rarely for weights above 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and/or pull up to 110 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to climb stairs frequently and ladders occasionally.
• Ability to occasionally balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl.
• Ability to frequently perform fine hand motion skills and grasp objects and to perform repetitive arm motions.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, reviews and approves the work of a crew of lower-level custodial employees.
• Operates, maintains, adjusts, and regulates low‑pressure boilers, heat exchangers, air handlers, swimming pool pumps and filtering systems, and related equipment.
• Greases, oils and tends mechanical equipment related to a heating plant and air conditioning system; cleans boilers and air conditioners.
• Cleans fans and fan housings, related equipment and ducts; oils fan bearings; adjusts tension and changes belts on fans; cleans and/or changes air filters.
• Monitors automatic controls on boilers and in air‑conditioning equipment and sets switches for day and night operations; reports malfunctions to a higher authority; takes immediate action to correct or shut down boiler during hazardous or improper operation.
• Mops, strips, seals and waxes floors; operates industrial‑type buffers and scrubbing machines; vacuums and shampoos carpet using powered cleaning equipment; sets up and takes down tables and chairs for special events.
• Removes ice and snow from sidewalks and other paved surfaces using hand and powered equipment; mows and trims grassy area surrounding building using hand and powered lawn mowing equipment.
• Prepares reports and maintains records on fuel consumption, vandalism, timesheets, equipment repairs and services.
• Orders necessary maintenance supplies.
• Performs light preventive maintenance work on powered mechanical equipment.
• Provides training on proper work practices and use of equipment.
• Enforces employee safety regulations and housekeeping rules.
• Performs all of the typical duties of the lower‑level custodial worker, Custodian‑Engineer 1 or 2 classes.
• Contributes to the District's Strong Schools, Strong Communities efforts by partnering with other staff to contribute to student achievement and the alignment and sustainability of resources.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

This is a 12‑month position working 40 hours per week. The pay rate for this position is $31.62 per hour. The full salary schedule is listed in the Custodians contract. Salary information for this job posting can be found at this link https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human‑resources/labor‑agreements and by selecting the "Custodians" Labor agreement. Benefit information for this position can be found at this link https://www.spps.org/about/departments/human‑resources/benefits/benefit‑summaries‑by‑bargaining‑unit and by selecting the "Custodians - Full Time" link.

Other Information

Transcript – Unofficial transcripts are accepted at the time of hire. You must submit official transcripts within 30 days of your start date. Formal credential evaluation is required for post‑secondary education completed outside of the United States. Veteran's Preference – If you are an eligible veteran applying for a job where veteran's preference applies and wish to claim Veterans Preference you must submit a legible copy of your DD‑214 to the Human Resource Department with your employment application. If your claim is approved, five or ten additional points will be added to your final passing score. Criminal Background Investigation and Reference Checks – Reference checks and a criminal background investigation will be completed as a condition of hire for all new employees and for former employees who have not been employed by the District for more than six months.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are functions that the individual holding the position must be able to perform unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation through the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) and the Americans with Disability Amendments Act (ADAAA). The essential functions are typical duties as outlined under Responsibilities. Regular and reliable attendance. May be exposed to various cleaning products.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Saint Paul Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

Equity Statement

SPPS is committed to an equitable workforce where all employees represent this commitment through equitable practices in their job position.