Custodians - Mendota Mental Health Institute

MMHI is located on the north side of Madison and offers a beautiful campus environment, convenient free parking and an onsite workout facility. MMHI is an inpatient psychiatric facility, with one outpatient program, and is an integral part of the entire Wisconsin mental health service delivery system. Our overall service delivery goal is to provide specialized services in treatment, research, training and consultation.

We offer a $3,000 sign‑on bonus! As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High‑Deductible Health Savings.
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well‑being.

As a Custodian, you will be responsible for performing a variety of cleaning and maintenance tasks ies include, but are not limited to:

• Operating automatic cleaning equipment, such as automatic scrubbers, sweepers, wall washers, wet/dry vacuums, and carpet cleaning equipment.
• Stripping and sealing of floors.
• Cleaning toilets, showers, and furniture.
• Shoveling snow.

The starting pay for these positions is $17.01 per hour, plus excellent benefits. A 12‑month probationary period is required.

A $3,000 sign‑on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; it will be split, $1,500 upon hire and $1,500 after completing probation.

Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. These positions are in pay schedule and range 03/08.

All applicants will be required to allow the DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by MMHI or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

These positions have physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 50 pounds, twisting, bending, crawling, crouching, and climbing ladders. Applicants will be required to pass a physical evaluation to assess these requirements.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I‑9 form upon hire. DHS is not an E‑Verify employer nor a STEM‑OPT eligible employer.

Minimally qualified applicants will have the following:

• Ability to work scheduled hours as needed, which may include weekends, holidays, early morning or early evenings, and overtime as needed.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions, and ability to accept work assignment changes as needed.
• Ability to follow proper safety standards when using chemical cleaning agents.
• Ability to use cleaning tools and appropriate sanitizing procedures.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, .

The Final date to receive applications is July 6, 2026 at 11:59 pm.