Openings as of 6/9/2026Maintenance/Custodial
TYPE OF POSITION:
Monday-Friday
Hours may vary based on program needs
Location:
Kennedy, Westwood, McKinley
REPORTS TO:
Executive Director of Operations, Supervisor of Building and Grounds, Head Engineer, Building Principals
SUPERVISION:
Custodians
SALARY:
$21.49/hr (starting salary for new hires)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Special class boiler license (Or the ability to secure special license in 6 months of hire)
Preferred
• Special Class
• Self Starter
• Job related experience
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Assistant Engineer is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Assistant Engineer is responsible for the day to day operation of the building including: mechanical operation, cleaning, maintaining grounds, community education activities, special events, managing energy use, security, safety, and other functions as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Customer Support
• Assist in the implementation and follow through of cleaning programs developed through workflow analysis
• Assist building administrators and other support staff in scheduling special events, setting up for these events, and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator
• Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for assisting in the mission of the school district
• Assist in the implementation and follow through on performance evaluations
• Supervise Custodial staff and interact with district resources (carpenters, grounds personnel) to take care of building and grounds
Direct Service
• Direct daily cleaning activities of custodians; work with teachers and other staff in moving furniture and delivering supplies
• Performs maintenance repair on plumbing, heating and electrical equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance on building equipment by checking and changing fluids, belts, chemicals, lights and filters
• Maintains grounds by cutting, trimming, shoveling and blowing snow from walkways
• Cleans and maintains cafeteria equipment
• Maintains building security
• Cleaning up body fluids and secretions in all areas of school
• Responsible for fire protection and fire alarm bells
• Responsible for clocks and bells and maintain time scheduler
Administrative Support
• Perform record keeping regarding boilers and mechanical systems
• Monitor supplies and reorder appropriate amount of supplies from approved vendors as needed
• Coordinate contractor personnel in upkeep of building structure, electrical, mechanical, and other building systems
• Adhere to federal, state and District data privacy regarding employee information and contractor pricing
• Stands ready to respond to calls 24 hrs/day on equipment failure or for security reasons
• Other duties as assigned
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The methods of performing the essential job duties 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
LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION DEFINITIONS:
Special License: Employee must pass the State license examination
Second Class: Employee must have a Special License and work under a First Class operator, or higher, for at least one year
First Class: Employee must have a Second Class license, or higher, and work under a First Class operator for an additional two years
Chief's License: Employee must have a First Class license, or higher, and work under a Chief operator for an additional two years
Certified Pool Operator: Employee must complete 16 hours or training every five years; the cost of training and certification shall be paid by the School District
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 https://www.isd742.org/about-us/title-ix.
For inquiries, please contact jobs@isd742.org.
Part-time
Director of Building and Grounds, Building Engineers, Building Principals
None
$17.00/hr (starting salary for new hires)
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education
• Similar job related experience
• Bilingual
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.
• 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
• Maintains grounds by cutting and trimming the lawn, shoveling and blowing snow from walkways
• Cleans and maintains cafeteria and equipment
• 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
• 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
The methods of performing the essential job functions require the following physical demands
Hourly; year round
Director of Building and Grounds, Head/Asst Engineers, Building Principals
Temporary summer support staff, snow removal support staff
$18.44/hr (starting salary for new hires)
Required • High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred • Two years job related experience • Bilingual
The Groundskeeper is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Groundskeeper is responsible for the day to day operation of the grounds area assigned to them, security, safety, and other functions as assigned.
Customer Support • Assist in the implementation and follow through of snow removal, grass cutting, athletic field marking, asphalt repairs, asphalt striping, and maintaining of equipment • Assist building administrators and other support staff in scheduling athletic events, setting up for these events, and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator • Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for the purpose of assisting in the mission of the school district • Assist in the implementation and follow through on projects assigned in buildings during slow work days and rain days • Supervise Custodial staff and interact with district resources (carpenters, grounds personnel) to take care of building exterior and grounds • Supervise Temporary summer support staff and snow removal support staff
Direct Service • Perform daily cleaning (trash), mowing, raking leaves, removing snow and ice around buildings and at athletic facilities including playgrounds • Performs small landscaping projects as assigned • Performs maintenance/repair of equipment under their care • Operate and repair underground irrigation systems • Deliver gas to other buildings • Performs licensed herbicide and pesticide applications • Coordinate outside contractors regarding building envelope work, asphalt work and all exterior work at buildings assigned • Takes care of ordering and installing signs as needed • Installs and repairs exterior fencing • Perform small welding repairs as needed
Administrative Support • Maintains records for inventory, gas usage, snow removal contacts, and corrective/preventive maintenance records of equipment • Maintains accurate records of exterior lighting lamps, underground irrigation line/head locations • Other duties as assigned
The methods of performing the essential job duties 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
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.
For inquiries, please contact jobs@isd742.org
WORK SCHEDULE:
B-shift
SHIFT INFORMATION:
Shifts vary by building, with morning shifts typically running from approximately 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and evening shifts from around 2:00 or 3:00 p.m. until 10:30 or 11:00 p.m.
This position requires the employee to be comfortable communicating clearly in English in order to follow safety procedures, understand written instructions, and respond to emergencies. Custodians must also be able to use radios/walkie-talkies to communicate with staff during routine and emergency situations.
Required • High school diploma or equivalent combination of work experience and education
Preferred • Similar job related experience • Bilingual
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 • Maintains grounds by cutting and trimming the lawn, shoveling and blowing snow from walkways • Cleans and maintains cafeteria and equipment • Maintains building security • Cleaning 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
The methods of performing the essential job functions require the following physical demands:
Hourly, as needed
$16.50hr
