Substitute Custodian

Job Overview Position Type: Facilities and Grounds / Custodian Date Posted: 1/7/2026 Location: Multiple Locations Closing Date: Accepting Applications Job Details Hours: 8 hrs./day, 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., Monday – Friday. Effective Date of Employment: As soon as possible. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalency required. Previous custodial experience preferred. Must be able to follow verbal and written instructions and work independently. Must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties, including lifting up to 50 lbs on a regular basis and displaying flexibility in cleaning assignments. Ability to communicate in a clear, positive manner with staff, students and the public. Must have a desire to work in a cooperative manner and team environment. Demonstrated experience and proficiency working with a culturally, ethnically, racially and socioeconomically diverse school community is preferred. Responsibilities Clean assigned building areas. Move and assemble furniture, etc. Assist in securing the building during and at the end of shift. Assist in school recycling program. Assist with grounds duties, pick up trash. Perform duties in a timely, neat, and efficient manner. Application Procedure Apply online at Responsible To Coordinator of Facilities and Grounds Compensation $20.00 / hour About the District Our team of dedicated educators is committed to the mission of educating, developing, and inspiring our students for lifelong success. Our core values are student-centered, based in empathy and integrity to support the well‑being of the whole person, and learning with high expectations for all. Our culture of collaboration fosters an environment of inclusivity, engagement and belonging for all students, and inspires a love of learning for all ages. Our vision is to provide the experiences that our students, families and employees desire by developing the whole student and honoring diverse needs and cultures; engaging students with opportunities in academics, arts and athletics (Triple A philosophy), and living our mission to prepare students for lifelong success. District 196 is a Minnesota public school district of choice, serving more than 29,000 students and 160,000 residents in the cities of Rosemount, Apple Valley, Eagan, Burnsville, Coates, Empire, Inver Grove Heights and Lakeville, and Vermillion Township. District 196 is the third largest school district in Minnesota and among the largest employers in Dakota County, with more than 4,000 full‑ and part‑time employees. District 196 has been named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best‑in‑State Employers multiple times based on a survey asking employees to rate their employers and how likely they would be to recommend them to others. District 196 has 20 elementary schools (grades K‑5); six middle schools (grades 6‑8); four high schools (grades 9‑12); an optional School of Environmental Studies for juniors and seniors; an Area Learning Center high school program; a K‑12 special education school, and a special education program serving young adults ages 18‑22. The district also operates three learning centers that provide early childhood and Adult Basic Education services, and offers extensive community education programs and classes for learners of all ages. Equal Opportunity Employer As required by Title IX and other state and federal non‑discrimination laws, District 196 does not discriminate in employment or in any of its education programs and activities, including vocational opportunities, on the basis of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, familial status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, age or genetic information. District 196 provides equal access to designated youth groups. For Title IX inquiries, contact the Director of Human Resources Joel Milteer at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Independent School District 196