Custodian - 2nd shift

Elk River Area School District; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

ISD728 is seeking a Custodian for the Elk River High School campus to support a safe, clean learning environment. The role involves routine cleaning, equipment maintenance, event setup, and safety reporting.

The position requires flexibility, physical stamina and the ability to work extended hours as needed. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and relevant certifications as required by authorities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver’s license (class per district).
• Certifications/licenses to operate building equipment as required by authorities.
• Ability to read, understand and write instructions and reports.
• Work indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties: cleaning, waxing, dusting, sweeping and washing to maintain a safe, clean environment.
• Maintain and repair building equipment as needed.
• Maintain playground areas per district needs.
• Report hazards and correct as necessary for safety.
• Conserve resources by proper operation of equipment and systems.
• Lock/unlock buildings per area schedule.
• Maintain cleanliness during school day across hallways and restrooms.
• Operate and maintain equipment/systems (boilers, cooling towers, geothermal, etc.).
• Set up/tear down events and activities.
• Communicate repair needs to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Self-motivation

Reading/writing

Safety awareness

Overtime flexibility

Heavy lifting

Ladder safety

Chemicals awareness

Interruption tolerance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Custodian - 2nd shift, 8 hours per day, 12 months per year JobID: 19457

• Position Type: Custodial/Grounds/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 11/9/2026
• Location: Elk River High School
• Date Available: ASAP
• Closing Date: 11/15/2026

DESCRIPTION:

The Custodian assists in providing a neat, clean, safe, and attractive learning environment by performing custodial duties through oral and/or written instructions by the Lead Custodian or Head Custodian. Incumbents may also supervise, direct, and assign duty hours to additional part-time, temporary, seasonal, or student employees assigned to them by the Lead Custodian or Head Custodian.

For details regarding wages please view the attached master agreement.

JOB SUMMARY:

1. 1. Perform all duties normally associated with the position of custodian; i.e., scrubbing, vacuuming, waxing, treating, polishing, dusting, sweeping and washing of all walls, floors, ceilings, doors, wardrobes or cabinets, furniture, blackboards, erasers and other equipment to ensure a safe and clean environment.
2. 2. General maintenance and repair of equipment in the building to meet School District needs.
3. 3. General maintenance and repair of playground areas to meet School District needs.
4. 4. Reporting and elimination of hazards observed; correct as necessary to ensure a safe environment.
5. 5. Conservation of fuel, electricity, water, and equipment by observation and correction of improper operation of equipment or systems to meet School District needs.
6. 6. Lock and unlock buildings according to the schedule for the area.
7. 7. Maintain building cleanliness throughout the school day by regular policing of hallways, restrooms, entryways, etc.
8. 8. May operate, clean, and maintain unique equipment and/or systems such as but not limited to boilers, cooling towers, geo-thermal systems, heat pump systems, irrigation systems, septic or sewer systems, swimming pools, water chiller systems, wells, etc.
9. 9. Conduct set-ups/tear-downs of events and activities
10. 10. Communicate repair needs with supervisor
11. 11. Other job related duties as assigned.

OUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. High school degree, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 2. Posses and maintain valid driver's license, with class stipulated by the School District.
• 3. Posses and maintain valid appropriate certifications and licenses, as stipulated by the School District and/or local, state or federal regulatory agencies, in order to maintain and operate building equipment and/or systems.
• 4. Be able to read, understand and write instructions associated with the equipment and supplies used and prepare reports required of the position.
• 5. Ability to work outside or inside in all weather conditions.
• 6. Must be a self-starter and able to produce work with minimum supervision.
• 7. Must be willing and able to work hours other than the regular shift as needed including overtime assigned to the employee, such as weekends, holidays, boiler checks, Community Education programs, etc.
• 8. Regularly able to lift objects in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
• 9. Ability to climb ladders or other climbing apparatus to a minimum height of twelve (12) feet.
• 10. No allergies to chemicals.
• 11. Pass physical examination, if required.
• 12. Entry level position, experience desirable.

Equity is one of ISD728's core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first to ensure college and career readiness. A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, and educate our students. ISD728 will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual preference, disability, or status with regard to public assistance.