Custodian

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible benefits plan

Long-term disability (optional)

Vacation & sick time

Professional development

PERA retirement

Job summary

Winona County in Minnesota is seeking a Full Time Custodian/Maintenance worker to perform custodial, grounds, and minor maintenance tasks across County facilities. The role involves indoor and outdoor work, safety compliance, and potential coordination with contractors.

The position starts at $23.31/hour with advancement to $29.92/hour and a 3% COLA planned for 2027. The shift is First (Day); on-site work; a background check and respirator medical qualification are required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience in custodial services or related training.
• Two years custodial/building maintenance experience is highly desired.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one before hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, windows, and common areas.
• Perform grounds maintenance: snow removal, mowing, landscaping, and related tasks.
• Perform minor maintenance: repair doors/locks, change light bulbs, simple plumbing, equipment startup/shutdown.
• Assist in County Safety program and safety drills.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Independent worker

Oral & written comms

Public interaction

Basic computer skills

Respirator qualification

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Winona County is accepting applications for this position until 4:00 p.m. November 23, 2026; however, preference will be given to those that apply by 4:00 p.m. November 12, 2026.

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.

Minimum Education Required

High School diploma or equivalent.

Minimum Experience Required

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.

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$23.31 - $29.92 / Hourly

Postal Code

55987

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

103607

Job Benefits

The County provides an attractive benefit package including health, dental, and life insurance; flexible benefits plan; optional long-term disability, and accident and health insurances; vacation and sick time; professional development; and retirement contributions through the Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA).