Custodian

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Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co‑workers. As an open‑access institution, we proudly serve learners from all walks of life, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and lived experiences enrich our community and strengthen our mission. We are committed to creating a sense of belonging where everyone feels empowered to be themselves and supported in their personal and professional growth.

This means actively identifying and removing barriers to opportunity and providing pathways to social and economic advancement. Western is deeply connected to the communities we serve, and we believe in the power of education to drive positive change.

Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the physical facilities (buildings and grounds). Responsible for snow plowing. Completes assigned work orders independently and within a team atmosphere. Responsible for special assignments and projects at the direction of the Facility Operations Manager and Physical Plant Director. Occasional weekend and holidays as needed for snow plowing.

Hours of position will be 4:00 am – 12:30 pm Monday‑Friday with occasional weekend and holidays as needed for snow plowing or emergency cleaning.

• Maintain and uphold the College values of Learning, Excellence, Accountability, Diversity, Student Success, Teamwork, Integrity, and Respect. Regular attendance is required.
• Complete all required College training and be responsible for maintaining the skills necessary to complete the essential functions of the position as defined by the department.
• Student Success is the cornerstone of Western’s culture and the college may assign employees as needed to other areas or additional duties to foster this success.
• Sweep and mop floors and vacuum carpets including treating stains and extraction of carpets.
• Dust vertical and horizontal surfaces.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, drinking fountains, etc. using established practices and procedures.
• Clean elevators.
• General cleaning and maintenance including cleaning glass, spot cleaning, etc.
• Perform emergency and project‑related cleaning.
• Plow using mechanical equipment such as skid steer, pick‑up trucks with snow plows and box salters, forklifts and trucks with hydraulic dump boxes, Toolcat, Ventrac, etc.
• Physically shovel walkways.
• Apply ice melter (through mechanical and physical application).
• Haul snow off site (driving to off‑campus location and dumping snow; operating dump truck, skid steer, and end loader).
• Grounds upkeep.
• Furniture and equipment moves, pickups and deliveries.
• Skilled trades and vehicle maintenance.
• Computer and operating systems knowledge along with understanding operating instructions for cleaning equipment and vehicles.

• High School Diploma

• Technical College education
• One year experience in a custodial related position

• Physical (ability to pick up and carry 45 lbs, standing for prolonged periods of time)
• Hearing baseline test and annual audiogram testing

• Valid Driver’s License

This position reports to:
Facility Operations Manager

Starting hourly salary range based on education and experience: $18.21 – $22.37

• Health, dental, life, retirement – Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
• Voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer)
• Pet insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance plans
• Flexible spending account for health & dependent care
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Tax‑sheltered annuity programs – 457 & 403(b)

Applicant review will begin:
Monday, July 26, 2026

Start Date:

February 2026

Western is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association. Our mission is to provide relevant, high quality education in a collaborative and sustainable environment that changes the lives of students and grows our communities. Western is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all employees.

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