Custodian

Winona County, MN; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Winona County is seeking a custodial and general maintenance worker to support facilities across county operations. The role covers indoor cleaning, light repairs, and outdoor grounds work. You may lead or assist with safety tasks and interact with the public.

The position starts at $23.31/hour (DOQ) with advancement to $29.92/hour and a 3% COLA planned for 2027, reflecting the county’s commitment to competitive wages and reliable facility upkeep.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Post-secondary training in building maintenance or related schooling.
• Two years custodial/building maintenance experience is highly desired.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain prior to hire date.
• Ability to work independently and follow oral/written instructions.
• Ability to interact tactfully with public and coworkers.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must be able to qualify for respirator use.
• Must pass a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Perform general custodial duties: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning rest rooms, windows, and surfaces.
• Perform grounds maintenance: landscaping, snow removal, parking lot upkeep.
• Conduct minor maintenance: change light bulbs, repair doors/locks, small plumbing tasks.
• Start up/shut down equipment as instructed by supervisor.
• Support County Safety program and safety drills as needed.

Skills

Independence

Oral & written communication

Safety awareness

Basic computer skills

Public interaction

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary training in building maintenance

Job description

This position starts at $23.31/hour (DOQ) with advancement up to $29.92/hour. An additional 3% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) is scheduled for 2027.

Characteristics of Class:

Under general supervision of the Fleet, Building and Grounds Superintendent, workers in this classification perform a variety of custodial and general maintenance duties. Work involves cleaning, building maintenance, and minor repairs to County facilities. Workers in this classification maintain a safe and clean working environment and operate various types of power-driven building maintenance equipment. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Occasionally, employees in this classification may be asked to work with non-County workers (i.e. temporary service employees, contractors, etc.) and may be required to provide lead worker direction. During snowstorms, flooding, or other inclement conditions, workers in this classification will be required to work and will perform assigned duties commensurate with abilities. Work involves contact with hazardous materials. Performs related work as required.

Examples of Duties:

Any one position may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples listed in their relative order of importance include all duties that may be found in positions in this classification.

• Performs general custodial duties to include:
  • Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, painting and waxing/burnishing floors, halls, corridors, and stairways.
  • Cleaning and sanitizing rest rooms and water fountains.
  • Washing windows, cleaning furniture, removing rubbish, emptying trash cans, collecting recyclable materials, and replenishing supplies.
• Performs grounds maintenance to include:
  • Sweeping sidewalks, trimming hedges/trees, mowing grass, landscaping and snow removal which may include shoveling or use of other equipment such as a vehicle with snowplow or skid steer.
  • Assisting in maintenance of County parking lots (striping, snow removal, patching, and seal coating).
• Performs minor maintenance to include:
  • Repairing doors and locks.
  • Changing light bulbs, resetting circuit breakers, and replacing electrical fixtures.
  • Assembling and moving desks or other furniture.
  • Performing minor plumbing repairs.
• Starts up and shuts down equipment as specifically instructed by supervisor.
• Assists in the operation of the County Safety program by checking and maintaining safety equipment and assisting in safety drills.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Any combination of training and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities.

For Pre-Employment:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience in custodial services or some post-secondary training in building maintenance, facility maintenance or related schooling or training.
• Two years of custodial or building maintenance experience is highly desired.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license or be able to obtain and maintain a license prior to hire date.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to understand and effectively carry out oral and written assignments.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public and coworkers.
• Ability to utilize basic computer skills.
• Must be able to medically qualify for the use of a respirator.
• Must pass a personal background investigation.