CUSTODIAN, 2ND & 3RD SHIFT

Mykpl at Northside Library; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated custodians for 2nd and 3rd shifts to maintain a clean and safe environment across various facilities. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and opportunities for advancement. Join a team that values diversity, inclusion, and continuous improvement, and make a difference in your community while enjoying a positive workplace culture. If you take pride in your work and are committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Pension Plan

Qualifications

• Custodial/maintenance experience preferred with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently as a self-starter.

Responsibilities

• Perform janitorial tasks including trash removal, sweeping, and mopping.
• Assist with grounds maintenance and snow/ice removal as needed.

Skills

Custodial Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning Chemicals

Outdoor Equipment

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Smartphone Operation

Job description

1000 55th St, Kenosha, WI 53140, USA Req #956

Tuesday, March 25, 2025

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!

CUSTODIANS, 2ND & 3RD SHIFT

If you have a great work ethic and would take pride in providing a clean and safe environment for those who visit or work in Kenosha County's buildings, we encourage you to apply for a full-time Custodian position.

The Custodian performs a variety of janitorial tasks in the care of Kenosha County's buildings and grounds and maintains a safe and clean environment for staff. These employees may be assigned to work at any of our campuses: Civic Center, Public Safety Building, Detention Center, Job Center, County Center, or Brookside Care Center.

Kenosha County is committed to Diversity, Belonging and Inclusion and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

2025 Hiring Range: $20.31 - $23.08 per hour

As an organization, Kenosha County prides itself on engaging in the adoption of new leadership styles, continuous improvement and innovation, and a willingness to invest in new technology to support operations. As a Kenosha County employee, you are provided a very competitive salary and benefit package and have access to a range of training and learning opportunities.

Benefits include:

• Positive workplace culture
• Health, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; life insurance; tuition reimbursement; deferred compensation; employee assistance program; pet insurance; paid time off; and 12 paid holidays
• Pension through the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), rated one of the top public-sector pension systems in the nation
• With appropriate aptitude, work habits, training, and education, there is the potential for advancement to more skilled positions in the Facilities Division

Work Schedule

The current openings are at the Kenosha County Public Safety Building, 1000 55th Street, Kenosha

• 2nd Shift: 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM with rotating weekends; shift premium of $0.25 per hour
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM with rotating weekends; shift premium of $0.35 per hour
• Must work overtime when needed

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs normal custodial tasks such as removing trash; sweeping, mopping, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors; carpet extraction; cleaning washrooms, cleaning mirrors, filling hand soap/paper towels/toilet paper
• Performs grounds maintenance activities such as trash pickup and snow/ice removal
• Assists other maintenance staff as requested
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Success Factors

Knowledge of:

• Chemicals and tools used for cleaning and the necessary tools used to complete the task at hand
• Operation and general maintenance of outdoor equipment such as snow blowers, snow pushers, and Bobcats
• Operation of building maintenance equipment
• Computer software including Microsoft Office Outlook (e-mail and calendar functions), Word, Excel, and Internet navigation
• Smart phone operation (Android or Apple)

Ability to:

• Follow oral and written instructions
• Exercise good judgment
• Effectively work to support a customer-service, team-oriented, continuous-improvement facilities maintenance environment
• Troubleshoot and solve problems
• Work independently as a self-starter
• Remain professional and courteous at all times
• Work respectfully in a diverse and inclusive environment

Job Requirements, Education, Training and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Custodial/maintenance experience a plus, with strong attention to detail
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• This position involves moderate physical demands, such as exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and up to 25 pounds of force frequently
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds from floor to waist
• Must be able to work outside for extended periods of time performing snow removal operations when temperatures are less than 32 degrees

Selection Process

• Application Review - Qualifying
• Oral Interview - Qualifying
• Background Investigation - Qualifying
• Physical Examination/Drug Screen - Qualifying

If you require accommodations at any point in the selection process because of a disability, please notify Human Resources in advance for arrangements.

Applications must be submitted no later than Thursday, April 10, 2025.

Kenosha County is a Wisconsin Retirement System participating employer. Your participation is required, which includes an employee contribution.

The pay grade for this position is NE6 (Min. $20.31 – Max. $25.85 per hour).

This position is located in Kenosha County, a growing community along the shores of Lake Michigan and less than an hour away from Milwaukee and Chicago. To see why Kenosha County is a great place to live, work, and play, please visit: https://www.visitkenosha.com/

Thank you for your interest in employment with Kenosha County!

Kenosha County is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.