Substitute Custodian

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian

Date Posted:
8/27/2026

Location:
District Wide
TYPE OF POSITION:

Hourly, as needed

All shifts: A Shift, B Shift, L-Mod

Hours may vary based on program needs

Subs work 28 hours/week or less

REPORTS TO:

Director of Building and Grounds, Building Engineers, Building Principals

SUPERVISION:

None

SALARY:

$16.50/hr

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required
• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred
• Similar job related experience
• Bilingual

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Custodian is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Custodian is responsible for the day to day operation of the building, including: cleaning, maintaining grounds, community education activities, special events, security, safety, and other functions as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Direct Service

• Perform cleaning tasks as assigned (but not limited to): sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors; cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms; washing chairs, desks and chalkboards; empty trash cans; clean and sanitize all areas of the locker rooms
• Work with teachers and other staff in moving furniture and delivering supplies
• Maintain grounds by cutting and trimming the lawn, shoveling and blowing snow from walkways
• Clean and maintain cafeteria and equipment
• Maintain building security
• Clean up body fluids and secretions in all areas of school

Customer Support

• Assist building administrators and staff in setting up for special events and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator/assistant head engineer/head engineer
• Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for the purpose of assisting in the mission of the school district
• Communicate effectively with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents
• Demonstrate respect for the basic dignity of students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents
• Work cooperatively with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents

Administrative Support

• Perform record keeping as assigned
• Monitor supplies and notify lead custodian when supplies are needed
• Coordinate with community education and other groups
• Adhere to federal, state and District data privacy regarding employee information
• Other duties as assigned

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The methods of performing the essential job functions require the following physical demands:

• Continuous standing and walking
• Frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, sitting, walking, standing, hearing, talking, and seeing
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of equipment, supplies and furniture
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• Frequent pushing and pulling
• Work with various chemicals and follow Material Safety Data Sheet
• Work with personal protective equipment in dealing with body fluids
• Working outside during inclement weather

BENEFITS:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and vision insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care, as well as life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage, and long-term disability insurance. (*Temporary, seasonal, and substitute positions not eligible.)

All Employees of Saint Cloud School District 742 are responsible to support District goals, to work collaboratively and respectfully with diverse populations of staff, students and parents and to model and promote a welcoming working and learning environment. Employees are expected to support and adapt to change and to demonstrate commitment to continuous performance improvement. Employees are responsible to establish and maintain effective communication with students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents, respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the District, and to be dependable and accountable in the performance of their work. It is the prerogative of the District to assign staff so as to best meet the needs of the District.

St. Cloud School District 742 prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at St. Cloud School District 742 Title IX Information.

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