Custodian

South Washington County Schools; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 27,822 - 39,625; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A regional school district is seeking a Custodian to perform various custodial duties across facilities. Responsibilities include mopping, trash disposal, and providing customer service to staff and students. Ideal candidates will have a readiness to operate equipment and demonstrate effective communication skills. This full-time role offers a starting wage of $24.48/hour, reflecting the district's commitment to employee well-being.

Qualifications

• Able to operate equipment associated with custodial operations.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively.
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular custodial duties including mopping and sweeping.
• Report maintenance needs to the Foreman/Lead Engineer.
• Provide excellent customer service to building staff and users.

Skills

Ability to operate custodial equipment

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to follow directions

Physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds

Job description

Overview

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Position: Custodian
Location: District Wide
Working Days: Monday-Friday
Hours: 2:15 p.m. – 10:45 p.m.
Labor Grade: I
Wage Information: Starting at $24.48/hour
License Pay: None

Benefits

SoWashCo Schools offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support our employees. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as life insurance, supplemental life insurance, dependent life insurance, and long-term disability coverage. Voluntary plans such as accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and identity protection are available, along with flexible spending accounts, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and retirement plans. These benefits reflect our commitment to supporting your health and well-being.

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Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing custodial functions at School District facilities.

Primary Job Functions

• Perform regular custodial duties such as mopping, sweeping, dumping trash, cleaning glass, vacuuming, and changing light bulbs
• Report maintenance and other needs to the Foreman/Lead Engineer in building
• Lock and unlock doors in building according to scheduled activities
• Set-up and clean-up for special events
• Shovel snow and operate snow removal equipment
• Perform exterior cleaning duties such as sweeping sidewalks and picking up trash
• Move furniture and equipment as needed
• Respond to the needs of building occupants and users
• Provide excellent customer service to building staff, students and other users
• Other duties as assigned

Job Specifications (Education, License, Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Required

• Able to operate equipment associated with custodial operations
• Able to follow oral and written directions
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds
• Prompt, regular and reliable attendance
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word
• Communicates with students, parents, co-workers, supervisors, and the community in a positive and responsive way that is consistently welcoming and enhances effective work relationships
• Demonstrates an appreciation of diversity in all interactions and job functions

Desired

• Previous custodial experience

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Primary and Secondary Education