Custodian, C-III​/Evenings

Custodian, C-III
- Afternoons/Evenings - 20 hrs/wk

Proctor Public Schools District
- Proctor, Minnesota

Position type:
Part‑Time

Salary: $19.16 to $22.79 per hour

Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Local 66 | FLSA Status:
Non‑Exempt |

Reports To:

Director of Buildings and Grounds

The Custodian is a general district custodian assigned to a building by the Director of Buildings and Grounds and will be responsible for maintaining a safe and sanitary school environment. The role involves cleaning assigned areas, maintaining and repairing building components, and performing additional duties as assigned by the Director.

• Vacuum and shampoo carpets and rugs.
• Sweep and vacuum floors.
• Mop all floors, hallways, and entryways as assigned.
• Follow all district cleaning maps and procedures for the building.
• Fill in at other buildings when needed.
• Clean all bathrooms and locker rooms.
• Repair and wash lockers.
• Change light bulbs and dust and clean light fixtures.
• Strip and wax floors.
• Operate floor scrub machines.
• Secure all doors and windows before leaving.
• Move boxes, desks, furniture, and shelving in and out of rooms.
• Load and unload inventory into storage rooms.
• Check equipment and classrooms daily and report damage to the custodian technician and/or the Director of Buildings and Grounds.
• Work with students and summer‑time workers on building cleaning and repairs.
• Remove all garbage, clean and sanitize garbage cans.
• Assist with sidewalk cleaning, sanding, salting, and general grounds maintenance.
• Perform cleaning services inside and around the building as needed.
• Set up and take down furniture and equipment for education programs held in the building.
• Assist food services in cleaning when needed.
• Prepare and maintain winter equipment (snow blowers, plows, salt spreaders, shovels) for snow removal operations.
• Inspect equipment regularly and complete a daily log book.
• Track and record maintenance, repairs, and inventory needs.
• Notify the Custodian Technician and/or the Director of Buildings and Grounds of needed parts and supplies.
• Assist with operating snow removal equipment when necessary.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure equipment storage area.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and environmental regulations.
• Recommend equipment replacement and upgrades as needed.
• Work collaboratively with maintenance and custodial teams.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Knowledge of cleaning supplies and products.

• Previous experience as a school district custodian.

• Work performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Physical activity includes lifting up to 50 pounds and pushing, pulling, or dragging up to 75 pounds.
• Work hours may vary seasonally, including early mornings or emergency call‑ins for snow removal or weekend event cleaning.
• Normal hours are approximately 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Afternoon Shift, 0.25 cents per hour).

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Proctor Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

This position is represented by AFSCME Local 66.