Custodian - Full Time - Daytime Shift

New London-Spicer School District 345; New London (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick and Vacation Time

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

403(b)

PERA

Free School Fitness Center Membership

Job summary

New London-Spicer School District 345 is seeking a Custodian for a full-time role based in New London, MN. The position runs Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with occasional weekend events as needed.

The successful candidate will perform routine cleaning tasks across District facilities, under supervision of the Director of Buildings and Grounds. A high school diploma or GED and basic cleaning experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Minimal experience in cleaning facilities.
• Ability to read labels, follow safety data sheets and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Vacuum carpets in learning areas, offices and other spaces.
• Clean restrooms and dust entryways, halls and other areas.
• Empty garbage cans and clean windows and classroom furniture.
• Clean and/or change lightbulbs; perform minor repairs as needed.
• Assist with after-school activities and post-event cleanup.
• Operate vacuums, wax/buffers, automated scrubber and other equipment.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Reading labels & MSDS

Safety procedures

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Wax buffers

Automated scrubber

Mechanical lift

Carpet extractor

Forklift

Lawnmower

Snow blower

Power tools

Job description

• Date Posted:
  9/10/2026
• Date Available:
  As soon as possible

Custodian

Full Time Position
Monday-Friday,8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Occasional weekend events as needed

General Definition of Work

Performs manual work cleaning District facilities, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Vacuum all carpets in learning areas, offices, and other places
• Clean restrooms
• Dust entryways, halls, and other areas
• Empty garbage cans
• Clean windows
• Clean classroom furniture
• Clean and/or change lightbulbs
• Clean entryways, bathrooms, walls, and light fixtures
• Ability to utilize vacuums, wax/buffers, automated scrubber, mechanical lift, and carpet extractor
• Utilization of forklift, lawnmower, snow blower, tractors with attachments and various power tools
• Ability to handle day to day repairs and fixes
• Tend to after school activities and clean up after events
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of School District policies and procedures; knowledge of cleaning techniques, equipment, and products; knowledge of chemical cleaning agents; knowledge of MSDS sheets and reports; ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with co-workers and students. Able to read and understand labels, directions, and schedules.

Education and Experience

High school diploma or GED and minimal experience cleaning facilities, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements

This work requires the frequent exertion of up to 10 pounds of force and occasional exertion of up to 50 pounds of force while lifting, pushing, and/or pulling; work regularly requires standing, walking, using hands to handle or feel, pushing or pulling and repetitive motions, frequently requires climbing, bending and/or balancing and occasionally requires speaking or hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts and observing general surroundings and activities; work occasionally requires exposure to bloodborne pathogens and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment and Bodily fluids; work is generally in a moderately noisy location (e.g. business office, light traffic).

Special Requirements

Driver's license required.

Pay:

$18.69/hour per Master Agreement

Benefits include:

• Sick and Vacation Time
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 403(b)
• PERA
• Free School Fitness Center Membership

See ESP Master Agreement for more details on the NLS Employment page