School Custodian

POSITION OVERVIEW

Join our team as a School Custodian and play a vital role in keeping our learning spaces safe, clean, and fully operational. In this hands-on position, you will manage daily custodial duties, perform light repairs, and serve as the main point of contact for our facility vendors. We are looking for a dependable professional whose technical skills and proactive care will help us maintain a high standard of safety and comfort for our students and educators.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Daily Operations & Cleaning Perform daily cleaning of school buildings, restrooms, and grounds adhering to health and safety best practices. Manage daily trash removal and maintain outdoor rubbish areas. Handle cafeteria setup, event preparation, and general facilities upkeep. Respond promptly to urgent maintenance needs, including spills and student accidents. Facility Maintenance & Repairs Perform routine upkeep including painting, washing walls, and minor repairs. Clear snow and salt walkways during winter months to ensure safe campus access. Oversee small building maintenance projects and minor capital improvements. Vendor & Contract Management Vendor Oversight: Working in conjunction with the Director of Ops may be required to provide oversight of external cleaning crews, coordinate school deliveries, and manage vendor relationships

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

Required 2+ years of experience in custodial work or facilities management (experience in a school setting is highly preferred). Ability to lift, bend, and pull more than 50 pounds. Flexibility to handle school emergencies outside of standard hours if needed. A strong commitment to driving diversity, equity, inclusion, and a sense of belonging within our school community. Highly Preferred Strong foundational knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. Familiarity with the North Minneapolis community.

COMPENSATION

Salary: $32,000 - $35,000 DOQ *To establish equitable salary practices, the compensation package is derived from the Regional NorthStar Public Schools pay scale and benefits package, which includes medical, dental, life, long-term disability, and retirement benefits, as well as an annual salary review and revision.