Campus Grounds & Custodial Technician

Carleton College; Northfield (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Health insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

Carleton College in Northfield, MN seeks a Certified Grounds Maintenance / Custodian to maintain campus grounds and perform interior cleaning. The role includes seasonal shifts, potential reassignment for snow or growing season needs, and a structured wage progression from training to full wage.

The position requires a high school diploma, multiple industry certifications, and substantial green-industry experience. Benefits and a pension plan are highlighted in the college's offerings.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school graduate or GED.
• Two industry certifications (as approved by supervisor) such as MNLA Certified Professional, MDA Pesticide licenses A/E/P, F aquatics, Irrigation Technician, DNR Tree Inspector, ISA Arborist.
• Minimum 500 hours of relevant green industry experience, including operation of motorized hand tools and riding equipment.
• Training and experience in operation, repair, and preventative maintenance of related equipment.
• Energetic, positive, outgoing attitude with focus on customer experience.
• Strong attention to detail and being organized and self-driven.

Responsibilities

• Grounds maintenance of turf, landscape plantings, structures, walks, roads, and athletic fields on a seasonal basis.
• Maintain records of service intervals and perform equipment troubleshooting and repairs.
• Be adaptable to flex schedules for snow removal, storms, and emergencies.

Skills

High school diploma

Industry certifications

Green industry experience

Equipment maintenance

Detail-oriented

Team attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

MNLA Certified Professional

MDA Pesticide Applicator License Category A,E&P

MDA Pesticide Applicator License Category F aquatics

Certified Irrigation Technician

DNR Certified Tree Inspector

ISA Certified Arborist

Tools

Motorized hand tools

Riding equipment

Job description

Carleton College in Northfield, MN seeks a Certified Grounds Maintenance / Custodian to maintain campus grounds and perform interior cleaning. The role includes seasonal shifts, potential reassignment for snow or growing season needs, and a structured wage progression from training to full wage.

The position requires a high school diploma, multiple industry certifications, and substantial green-industry experience. Benefits and a pension plan are highlighted in the college's offerings.