Custodian II

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Custodian II

Salary

$57,054.40 - $64,272.00 Annually

Location

Libraries-Rondo Community Branch Library, MN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

26-01857

Department

Libraries

Opening Date

05/05/2026

Closing Date

5/25/2026 11:59 PM Central

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About the Position

Join the Saint Paul Public Library as a Custodian II and play a key role in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming spaces for the community. In this position, you’ll perform custodial work across library facilities, ensuring high standards of cleanliness, supporting daily operations, and contributing to a positive experience for patrons and staff. This is an opportunity to take pride in essential work that directly supports public service in one of the city’s most valued community resources.

Here's what you an expect to do:

• Clean restrooms

• Vacuum and edge offices and hallways

• Remove trash from offices, breakrooms, and grounds

• Sweep and mop breakrooms and stairwells

• Perform seasonal grounds work including lawn maintenance and snow removal

• Assist with stripping and waxing floors

• Assist Custodial Engineers with light maintenance work

• For more information and essential functions, see our Custodian II Job Description ( .

Information Specific to this Position:

The current vacancy shift is Monday - Wednesday from 1:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 6 a.m. - 2 p.m. and is based out of Rondo Community Library and is expected to drive to other sites.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits ( , including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Custodian II positions as they become available in other libraries and various departments within the City.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Good physical condition.

For positions in Fire Department, Libraries, Police Department, Public Works, and the Saint Paul Regional Water Services: Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

How to Apply

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application, including answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire.

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide ( .

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Assessment: Qualifications Rating

The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.

Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, and a background check which may include criminal history as a condition of employment.

Human Resources Contact Information:

Trisha Freiberger at View phone number on click.appcast.io

E-mail: View email address on click.appcast.io

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information. (

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:

City Paid Benefits

• Health Insurance

• Vacation/Holidays

• Sick Leave

• Life Insurance

• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass

• Deferred Compensation

• Retirement Program

Optional Benefits

• Dental

• Flexible Spending Accounts

• Disability Insurance

• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

• Long Term Care Insurance

For a detailed overview, visit General Benefits ( .

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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening and assessment processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.

• Yes

02

Do you possess a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License or equivalent out-of-state driver's license?

• Yes

• No

03

The work schedule for these positions may change on a long or short-term basis at any time, as needed for coverage. The schedule could include days, nights, weekends, or holiday shifts. Please indicate when you are available to work. Check all that apply.

• Monday - Wednesday (1:30pm-9:30 pm) and Saturday - Sunday (6am - 2 pm) - current vacancy schedule

• Holidays

• Monday - Friday (7am-3pm)

• Monday - Friday (10am-8pm)

• Wednesday - Friday (7am-3pm) and Saturday - Sunday (6am-2pm)

• Monday - Wednesday (7am-3pm) and Saturday - Sunday (6am-2pm)

• Monday - Wednesday (2pm-10pm) and Saturday - Sunday (6am-2pm)

04

Are you able to lift and move up to 50 pounds, 50 feet, with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

05

Are you physically able to stoop, climb, kneel, crouch, and crawl continuously throughout an eight hour work shift with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

06

Are you physically able to reach, pull, push, look vertically (up & down), and grasp continuously throughout an eight hour work shift with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

07

Are you able to climb a twenty foot vertical ladder with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

08

Are you able to work from elevated heights, such as on a ladder or a flat rooftop with or without a reasonable accommodation?

• Yes

• No

09

Do you have any objections to or limitations in using cleaning chemicals (such as bleach or disinfectants) with proper personal protection equipment (such as gloves, glasses, training)?

• Yes

• No

10

In which of the following areas do you have professional cleaning experience? Check all that apply NOTE: Experience listed must reflect commercial building cleaning or professional cleaning business experience only.

• Dusting rooms, hallways, and blinds

• Sweeping and mopping floors

• Vacuuming and cleaning carpets

• Using a floor machine to strip/wax/buff floors

• Cleaning restrooms and/or lunchrooms

• Working with cleaning chemicals

• Cleaning windows, glass partitions, mirrors, and/or drinking fountains

• Gathering and disposing of trash and recycling

• Performing minor plumbing and mechanical repairs such as fixing clogged drains, replacing light bulbs, and changing air filters

• Restocking supplies

• None of the above

11

In which of the following do you have experience and/or skills? Check all that apply.

• Following oral and written directions

• Following required safety instructions and procedures

• Prioritizing tasks and working independently

• Completing work tasks within established timelines

• Interacting with and responding to requests from internal and external customers

• None of the above

12

Describe your experience working with coworkers and/or individuals different from you and how you adjusted your communication style to better suit the needs of the person you were talking to. (i.e., from work experience, volunteer experience or community involvement).

13

Describe your experience completing multiple work assignments both independently and with a team. How do you ensure the completion of each assigned task within established timelines?

14

RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)

• City of Saint Paul website

• City of Saint Paul employee

• City of Saint Paul job interest card

• City of Saint Paul walk-in

• City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter

• City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications

• Friend or family member

• League of Minnesota Cities website

• Governmentjobs.com website

• LinkedIn

• Facebook

• Twitter

• Indeed.com website

• ZipRecruiter

• Pollen website

• MinnesotaWorks.net

• College or University

• Community organization

• Job fair

• Professional association

• Saint Paul Elevate Session

• People of Color Career Fair

• Other

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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).

16

I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.

• Yes

• No

17

Are you currently a Saint Paul resident?

• Yes

• No

• Prefer not to answer

18

If you indicated "yes" as a current Saint Paul resident, please indicate your zip code.

Required Question

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City of Saint Paul

Address

25 West Fourth Street, Suite 200 City Hall Annex Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102

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