Custodian

Aitkin Public Schools
306 2nd St NW
Aitkin, MN 56431

Aitkin Public Schools mission is to empower students to be life-long learners and productive citizens by developing high expectations and student achievement in a safe and friendly learning environment. Aitkin Schools covers a large portion of Aitkin County in northern Minnesota. The city of Aitkin offers a friendly, small town atmosphere with larger cities nearby. Our area offers a wide variety of outdoor family opportunities.

We are 15 miles north of Mille Lacs Lake. Aitkin county is home to over 365 lakes, many within minutes of the c
ity of Aitkin. We also have the Mississippi and Ripple Rivers that flow through our community which provide a variety of boating possibilities. Aitkin county is also known for some of the most scenic wildlife trails in Minnesota. We have a very good system of snowmobile and atv trails. We are within minutes of a number of outstanding golf courses as well.

The city of Aitkin has a wonderful park located on the Ripple River that families throughout the area enjoy on a regular basis. Aitkin is home to the Riverwood Healthcare facility with over 60 physicians, specialists and surgeons. The city of Aitkin is also the home of the Aitkin County seat. Why just visit Aitkin when you can live and work here year around?

"WE ARE ISD1!"

• Custodian
• Position Type:
  Building and Grounds/ Custodian
• Date Posted: 10/21/2026
• Location:
  
  Aitkin District Office
• Date Available:
  
  ASAP
• Closing Date:
  Until filled
• District:
  Aitkin Public Schools

Aitkin Public Schools is seeking a Full-time Custodian
.

This position's hours are with occasional weekends. (Flexible schedule if working weekends.)

The Custodian performs intermediate manual work caring for and cleaning school buildings and grounds, and related work as assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Building and Grounds Supervisor and Lead Custodian.

• Sweep, vacuum, buff, strip floors, wax, and dust mop assigned areas
• Remove trash from rooms and buildings
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, including mirrors, washbasins, urinals, commodes, and mop sinks
• Refill tissue, towel, and soap dispensers
• Mow, trim, and maintain lawns
• Remove snow from grounds, sidewalks, and parking lots
• Dust furniture, walls, window sills, blinds, and woodwork
• Move furniture as needed
• Open and close facilities and monitor alarm systems to ensure building safety and security
• Assist with facility, grounds, and equipment maintenance and repairs

• Not required, but willingness to obtain 2C Boiler License within 1 year.
• Ability to complete required safety trainings/certifications, including hazardous waste right-to-know, blood borne pathogens, confined spaces, and lockout/tag out (may be obtained within one year of hire)
• Valid Minnesota driver's license

Starting pay: $17.44/hour or higher depending on experience

Todd Gretschmann

tgretschmann

ext. 3133

Aitkin Public Schools ISD 1 |306 2nd St. NW |Aitkin, MN 56431 Phone:
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