Head Custodial Engineer - Central Middle School and Lincoln Elementary

Applitrack; White Bear Lake (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

White Bear Lake Area School District is seeking a Head Custodial Engineer for Central Middle School and Lincoln Elementary. The role oversees boiler and HVAC maintenance, ensures life-safety systems operate efficiently, and coordinates with custodial and grounds staff.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, significant boiler and facility experience, and Minnesota Chief C Boiler license preferred. The position starts Oct 12, 2026, with a pro-rated schedule at 260 days/year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Significant boiler and facility experience with increasing responsibilities.
• Associates/Technical degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and services boilers, water pumps, HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Supervises custodial staff and coordinates with building staff.
• Monitors life safety systems and arranges outside services as needed.
• Manages inventory of supplies and building automation systems.
• Assists with snow removal and setup for special events.
• Ensures positive interactions with internal and external customers.

Skills

Boiler operation

HVAC systems

Building maintenance

Staff supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associates/Technical degree preferred

Experience with boilers

Job description

Head Custodial Engineer - Central Middle School and Lincoln Elementary JobID: 9617

• Date Posted:
  9/30/2026
• Location:
  District Center/District Wide, White Bear Lake, MN

Hours/Day: 8 hours (5:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.)

Days/Year: Pro-rated on 260 days/year

Closing Date: Candidates will be reviewed upon submission with selection starting no sooner than five days following the posting.Position will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found.

Anticipated Start Date: Oct 12th, 2026

License Required: Minnesota State Chief C Boiler License preferred- may consider 1st class C with intent to upgrade

Salary: Per Custodial Agreement $33.12 - $34.10 per hour plus benefits

Essential Functions:

• Conducts maintenance checks and services on various parts of school boilers, water pumps, air compressors, steam converters, water heaters, refrigerator/freezer pumps, air handling systems and all other HVAC systems.
• Maintains and repairs basic electrical and plumbing systems and equipment.
• Coordinates activities with custodial, building and grounds and general building staff to ensure efficient operation of all systems.
• Maintains an inventory of work supplies and equipment.
• Trains, assigns, oversees and inspects the work of custodial staff.
• Confirms that all building automation systems are operational to maximum efficiency.
• Performs the essential functions of a custodian.
• Performs and inspects all building life safety systems and repairs or requests outside services as needed.
• Monitors hours worked by building custodial staff.
• Conducts snow removal activities, shoveling and snow blowing.
• Assists with setting up and taking down of furniture, equipment and materials for special events.
• Create a positive relationship with the internal and external customer and ensure the interaction the customer has with the district is an efficient and satisfying experience.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED and considerable experience working with boilers and building maintenance with increasing responsibilities, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Associates/Technical degree preferred.

Special Requirements:

• Chief C Boiler's Operator License or higher preferred. 1st class considered
• Valid driver's license in the State of Minnesota.

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