3rd Shift Custodian

Custodian Position

Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota, seeks to hire a Custodian for 3rd shift to provide all the cleaning, waste, and recyclable removal services, snow clearing of all entrances, carpeting and hard floor maintenance, and other traditional tasks as needed.

3rd Shift

Tuesday - Saturday 10pm-6:30am

Compensation: The beginning rate of pay for this position is $20.00/hour (6 month probationary period). After the probationary period the compensation will increase to $21.00/hour. At this time the position will also become a union position. After 1 year from the date of hire, the hourly wage will vary based on the shift and current union contract.

This is a union position if a regular position is offered/accepted during the 6 month probationary period, the successful candidate will be required to join the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local Number 70.

Upon the offer/acceptance of the position after the 6 month temp period, the full Macalester benefits package would be offered at that time. See the benefit details below.

About The Department: The Custodial Department provides professional services to students, staff, faculty and visitors to create a clean, comfortable, and safe campus environment thereby contributing to a positive learning experience and student success. While embodying the College's mission of high standards with an emphasis in multiculturalism and service; Custodial Services works in responsible partnerships in the campus community through open communication, cooperation, and dedication.

Responsibilities

• Routine cleaning to include dusting, vacuuming, cleaning/washing/disinfecting surfaces, collecting and hauling trash, care of hard-surfaced and carpeted floors, cleaning restrooms and shower rooms, cleaning elevator interiors and pits
• Additional periodic duties may include washing exterior windows, stripping and refinishing of floors, replacing light bulbs, removing snow by shoveling and/or the use of power snow blowers, and performing necessary College event set-ups and other work as required and instructed
• Complete and maintain supply order requests, and insure an adequate supply stock is maintained in the building
• Observe building conditions and take necessary actions to maintain or repair situations by submitting work orders for repairs and performing minor repairs and reporting any loss, damage, breakage or unsafe conditions, or maintenance problems immediately
• Maintain security of assigned keys, building lock-up and unlocking, room opening and closing per instructions
• Train, work with, and/or coordinate the responsibilities of Facilities Services student employees

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1 year professional custodial or janitorial experience highly preferred.
• Ability to fluently read, write, and speak the English language required
• Ability to use all types of automatic and power cleaning equipment in association with the professional experience
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to write short work orders describing maintenance problems
• Physical demands required include:
• Ability to perform bending, twisting, squatting, crawling, and climbing
• Lifting 50 lb mop bucket (on floor) so that the lip of the bucket reaches 30" height as in dumping in a sink.
• Lifting 50 lb box from floor level to waist level.
• Lifting 50 lb trash container to shoulder height as in dumping into dumpster.

Must possess a valid Minnesota Driver's License

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment. This position will undergo a federal criminal background check in accordance with the Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act

Benefits:

At Macalester, we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• Employer contributions to a pension plan.
• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages, plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility, wellness coaching, and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options, please visit our Benefits Page.

Application Guidelines:

This is an immediate need. To be considered please submit your application as soon as possible. The position will remain posted until filled.

Jaclyn Howard

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Talent Acquisition Manager

Macalester College - Institutional Overview

Founded in 1874, Macalester College provides students with the inspiration, insight, and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul, Minnesota, Macalester enrolls over 2,000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester, we look at our employees through a whole-person, holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs, we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves, their families, and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, national origins, genders, religions, abilities, and ages.