Building Supervisor-Service Associate, Custodial Services

University of Northwestern - St. Paul; Minnesota; On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Northwestern – St. Paul is seeking a Building Supervisor-Service Associate for Custodial Services. This full-time role supports daily operations, safety, and event readiness on campus in St.

Paul, MN. You will oversee building maintenance, coordinate custodial tasks, supervise student workers, and assist with emergency response and facility projects while upholding Northwestern's Christ-centered mission. The general schedule is Tue–Sat, 3:00–11:30 PM, with on-call duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and uphold Northwestern's mission.
• Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Building Operations and Maintenance Oversight: Monitor building conditions, submit and track work orders, participate in facility project planning and implementation, including status reports.
• Custodial Services and Facility Readiness: Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and readiness of classrooms, offices, common areas through routine custodial services, waste disposal, supply replenishment, and minor maintenance tasks.
• Safety and Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment through proper use, storage, and maintenance of equipment, chemicals, and tools, including snow/ice response for safe access during emergencies.
• Supervision and Training: Train, supervise, and support student employees by promoting safe practices, proper equipment use, and safety compliance.
• Logistics, Event, and Operational Support: Coordinate room set-ups/teardowns for events and transport equipment between departments and buildings.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Skills

Independent & Teamwork

Confidentiality

Organizational Skills

Technical Proficiency

Written & Verbal Communication

Flexibility

Driver's License

Background Check

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Title: Building Supervisor-Service Associate, Custodial Services

VP Area: VP - COO

Department: Physical Plant

Position Compensation: $22.08 per hour (includes 2nd shift differential)

Location: University Campus - St. Paul, Minnesota

Who We Are

Northwestern is a faith-driven community, UNWavering in our Christ-centered principles and identity as those who profess faith in Jesus. Rooted in the unshakable foundation of God’s Word and our calling to impact His world, our mission and vision flow from these core values, expressed through Christ-centered higher education at the University of Northwestern – St. Paul and through gospel outreach and faithfulness with Northwestern Media.

Position Summary

Provides comprehensive building operations and custodial support to ensure facilities are safe, clean, functional, and ready to support daily activities, special events, and emergency response efforts. Oversees routine facility maintenance, project coordination, and student employee supervision in alignment with safety and operational standards.

The general schedule for this full-time position is Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 – 11:30 PM, with occasional on call responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Building Operations and Maintenance Oversight: Monitor building conditions, assess maintenance needs, submit and track work orders, and participate in facility project planning and implementation, including preparation of project status reports.
• Custodial Services and Facility Readiness: Ensure cleanliness, sanitation, and readiness of classrooms, offices, common areas, of the Ericksen Center through routine custodial services, waste disposal, supply replenishment, and minor maintenance tasks.
• Safety and Compliance: Maintain a safe work environment through proper use, storage, and maintenance of equipment, chemicals, and tools, including snow and ice response efforts to ensure safe building access during emergencies.
• Supervision and Training: Train, oversee, and support student employees by promoting safe work practices, proper equipment and chemical usage, and safe lifting techniques to ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Logistics, Event, and Operational Support: Coordinate room set‑ups and tear‑downs for events and meetings and transport equipment, furniture, and materials between departments and buildings to support operational and program needs.
• Perform other duties as requested or assigned.

Because our community is a significant part of our mission and the development of our students, all employees act as a minister of the gospel of Jesus Christ by actively partnering with the University to disciple students in growing intellectually and spiritually, and with Northwestern Media to lead people to Christ and nurture believers to mature in their faith.

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• Maintain a personal relationship with Jesus Christ; is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintain a kind, Christ-like attitude in dealing with and ministering to people within and outside of Northwestern; and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern's mission, doctrinal statement and Declaration of Christian Community.

Nice to Have: Previous supervisory experience

Key Skills

• Independent & Teamwork: Capable of working both independently and collaboratively, with minimal supervision.
• Confidentiality: Maintains discretion and handles sensitive information appropriately.
• Organizational Skills: Strong time management and problem-solving abilities; able to prioritize and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
• Technical Proficiency: Intermediate to advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office and related software.
• Written & Verbal Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed in on-call capacity, including snow emergency response to ensure safe access to facilities.
• Driver's License: Valid driver's license.
• Background Check: Must pass initial and ongoing background checks as a condition of employment.

Work Environment

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university or Christian owned and operated radio station alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of Northwestern, and an agreement to abide by all Northwestern policies.

All applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States as we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.

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