Custodian | Prairie Lakes Wellness Center

City of Watertown, SD; Center (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie Lakes Wellness Center in Watertown, SD, seeks a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe facility and provide day-to-day direction to part-time cleaning staff.

Responsibilities include restroom upkeep, floor care, window washing, trash removal, and basic repairs. A high school diploma and custodial experience are required; snow and lawn equipment experience is preferred. Schedule listed; background and drug screening required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year work experience in custodial services.
• Must have experience running lawn and snow removal equipment.
• Background check and pre-employment drug/alcohol screening required.
• Certification in area of expertise as identified by the City (e.g., CPO) may be requested.

Responsibilities

• Keeps restrooms clean and supplied with soap, towels, and paper supplies.
• Sweeps, mops, and buffers floors in offices and hallways.
• Washes windows, screens, walls, and light fixtures.
• Empties garbage cans and other trash receptacles.
• Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture.
• Cleans carpets and rugs; spot cleaning as needed.
• Assist with deliveries and building-related tasks as directed.
• Perform basic repairs to building and equipment; change filters and bulbs.

Skills

Custodial experience

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn and snow removal equipment

Job description

Custodian | Prairie Lakes Wellness Center

Facilities Maintenance Division | City of Watertown

Grade: 105

Salary: Grade 105 / Step 1 = $37,835.20 annually or $3,152.93 per month

Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

First review is September 25, 2026.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position performs building and grounds cleaning and light maintenance duties to provide a clean, safe, and well‑maintained environment for employees and the public. The position also provides day-to-day work direction and coordination to part-time cleaning staff to ensure cleaning responsibilities and established standards are met.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Keeps restrooms clean and supplied with soap, towels, and paper supplies.
• Sweeps, mops, and buffs floors in offices, hallways, and other facilities.
• Washes windows, screens, walls, and light fixtures.
• Empties garbage cans and other trash receptacles.
• Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture.
• Shampoos rugs and does spot cleaning on carpeting.
• Carries out routine tasks such as raising flag, assisting with deliveries, etc.
• Makes minor repairs to the building, furniture, and equipment including filter changes, light bulbs, painting, patching drywall, battery replacements.
• Cuts grass, trims shrubs, shovels and plows snow, de-ices sidewalks, and performs a variety of grounds maintenance tasks.
• Secures buildings after hours and inspects building for security of building and assets.
• Maintains inventory of cleaning and paper supplies.
• Assists with training and orientation of new employees in assigned job duties, cleaning procedures, equipment use and safety practices.
• Provides day to day work direction and coordination to part-time cleaning staff, including assigning and prioritizing cleaning tasks, communicating expectations, providing instruction on proper cleaning procedures and safety practices, and monitoring completion and quality of assigned work.
• Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.
• Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority and follows all policies for reporting.
• Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed.
• Must be able to work with Sensitive Security Information.
• Reports to work for after hour needs, as assigned.
• Consistent and punctual attendance for all scheduled shifts is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year work experience in custodial services. OTHER REQUIREMENTS
• Must have experience running lawn and snow removal equipment.
• Must successfully pass background check and pre- employment drug/alcohol screening.
• Certification in area of expertise, as identified by the City, such as Certified Pool Operator. Veteran's preference points are acknowledged in the City's hiring process. The City of Watertown's Personnel Policy, including the City's policy on Nepotism, can be obtained at the City Hall, Human Resources Department or on our website at www.watertownsd.us. The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. EOE Human Resources Office City of Watertown, SD

Category: Full-Time Positions

Status: Open

Posted: September 15, 2026 3:15 PM

Closing: Open Until Filled