School Custodian & Facility Technician

Independent School District 196; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 31,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Sick leave

State pension plan

Tax-deferred retirement savings

Flexible spending account

Vacation

Holidays

Personal leave

Job summary

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Custodian for Apple Valley High School - Athletic Center. The position requires 8 hours per day with Tuesday–Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ASAP start, with an application deadline of November 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities include cleaning, grounds maintenance, and building security. Benefits available per contract; earning potential per the district schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• Previous custodial and routine maintenance experience preferred.
• Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently.
• Must be physically qualified to perform duties including lifting up to 50 lbs and varied cleaning tasks.
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff, students and the public.
• Must have a good attendance record and be punctual.
• Must have positive work evaluations and no recent disciplinary actions.
• Must obtain good references from current/previous supervisors.
• Experience with diverse school communities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Clean building areas and perform minor repairs and routine maintenance as directed.
• Perform grounds maintenance, trash pickup, mowing, weeding, and snow removal.
• Comply with school recycling program.
• Move and assemble furniture as needed.
• Perform duties in a timely, neat, and efficient manner.
• Assist in securing the building during/after shift.
• Adjust hours to accommodate early/late programs and snow removal.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Physical fitness

Reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Independent School District 196 is seeking a Custodian for Apple Valley High School - Athletic Center. The position requires 8 hours per day with Tuesday–Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. ASAP start, with an application deadline of November 10, 2026 at 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities include cleaning, grounds maintenance, and building security. Benefits available per contract; earning potential per the district schedule.