Building and Grounds Worker

University of Minnesota; Crookston (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Tuition benefits

Medical plans

FSAs

HSA contributions

Life insurance

Wellbeing program

Retirement plans

PSLF opportunity

Financial counseling

Employee assistance program

Job summary

University of Minnesota, Crookston is seeking a full-time grounds keeping and custodial position. The role involves physical work, cleaning, maintenance, and assisting with university functions. Overtime and holiday hours may be required depending on department needs and events.

The position is represented by a labor union and offers comprehensive benefits, with starting pay at $23.17 per hour. Employment requires a successful background check and adherence to campus safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must meet the physical requirements of the assignment.
• Ability to interact in public setting in a respectful and professional manner.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds keeping and custodial tasks on the UMN Crookston campus.
• Sweep, shovel snow, mow lawns, and maintain shrubbery.
• Operate cleaning machinery and supplies; clean bathrooms and floors.
• Report building deficiencies and set up equipment for university events.
• Move and rearrange furniture and equipment as needed.

Skills

Physical ability

Public interaction

English literacy

Job description

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This is a full-time, 12-month position starting at $23.17 per hour working in the Department of Facilities and Operations. This position reports to the Operations Supervisor. Must be willing to work holidays and overtime when necessary. This position may be assigned to any area or work shift depending on the needs of the department. This position is represented by the Teamsters Local 320 Bargaining Unit.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

This position performs grounds keeping and general custodial and maintenance work on the University of Minnesota Crookston campus. (These examples do not include all possible responsibilities in this work and do not limit the assignment of related responsibilities):

• Sweeping and shoveling snow and debris from steps and sidewalks. Mowing and watering lawns. Cleaning leaves and debris from lawns and shrubbery.
• Cuts, rakes, weeds, edges, trims, and prunes lawns, vines, and shrubbery.
• Loads and unloads trucks.
• Scrubbing floors with heavy duty industrial scrubbing machines while using industrial cleaning chemicals. Drying floor with heavy duty industrial wet or dry pick-up vacuum. Sweeping floors with floor brushes or treated dust mops.
• Cleaning bathroom stone surfaces, walls, windows, mirrors, and fixtures. Polishing bathroom chrome finishes. Collecting wastepaper (i.e. paper towels). Replenishing bathroom supplies (i.e. toilet paper).
• Observes deficiencies in building hardware, doors, windows, and other facilities. Turn in a deficiency list to maintenance for maintenance and repair. Makes verbal and written reports on unusual conditions.
• Set up equipment and furniture required for university functions.
• Move furniture, office equipment, tables, benches, chairs, athletics equipment, refuse, garbage, supplies and various kinds of heavy equipment.
• Dismantles, packs, and reassembles supplies and other materials.
• Change and cleans lights and lighting fixtures, set up special lighting and decorations as required by program needs.
• Replacing incandescent and fluorescent light which can be reached by a 12-foot ladder

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the assignment
• Ability to interact in public setting in a respectful and professional manner
• Ability to read, write, and understand English

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience operating ground and snow removal equipment such as a tool cat, skid steer, loader, etc.
• Prior experience in custodial or grounds operations

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $23.17 per hour; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service & Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Diversity

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Employment Requirements

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

About University of Minnesota

University of Minnesota, Crookston (UMC)

With a strong tradition of technology-enhanced teaching and learning, the University of Minnesota Crookston (UMC) serves as the U's major outpost in Northwest Minnesota. UMC provides both experiential, career-oriented degree programs as well as high-quality online programs, while connecting its teaching, research, and outreach to rural economic development and service to the region and beyond.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.