Custodian; External

Custodian (External)

Minot Public Schools Edison Elementary School - Minot, North Dakota

Hours per day: 8 hours

Under basic supervision, maintains attractive, sanitary, and safe facilities for students, staff, and public in order to minimize property damage, loss, and liability exposure; arranges equipment and furniture for meetings, activities, and events; maintains outdoor grounds and common areas.

• Performs custodial and janitorial duties, including routine cleaning of sports and recreation facilities, disposing of trash, and bathroom and cafeteria sanitation in MPS facilities; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Follows safety rules and MPS procedures to minimize risk of accidents and liability exposure.
• Cleans facilities using manual and power equipment; maintains outdoor grounds and common areas; moves furniture and equipment; sets up and tears down equipment and facilities for special events and activities; performs minor maintenance tasks, including replacing light bulbs and changing filters.
• Cleans up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures.
• Reports safety hazards, equipment problems, and emergency situations.
• Checks facilities and grounds for unsafe conditions; clears hazards and dangerous areas; reports safety conditions, security issues, and illegal activities; reports problems and property damage.
• Cross‑trains in a variety of work methods, and the use and maintenance of equipment and tools; works on snow removal crews as needed.
• Supports the relationship between the Minot Public School District and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with clients, visitors, and District staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work‑related issues, client records, and District information; follows compliance rules governing child abuse; performs related duties as required or assigned.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• MPS policies and procedures.
• Materials and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment.
• Safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions in public facilities.

• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relations with co‑workers.

A valid North Dakota State Driver’s License may be required.

Work is performed indoors and outdoors at MPS facilities; requires constant physical efforts and ability to lift and move items weighing up to fifty pounds.

This position is subject to veteran's preference.

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $21.11 to $21.11 Per Hour

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Jeremy Mehlhoff, Principal
• Edison Elementary School
• Email: jeremy.mehlhoff.nd.us