Janitor, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Cleaning Services

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities. How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region.

Metro Transit is currently seeking Janitors to provide janitorial services to maintain a clean and neat appearance of Metro Transit indoor and outdoor locations. The position is for an overnight shift (12:00 am–8:00 am).

This posting creates a six‑month eligible list from the date of posting to be used for current and future openings.

• Perform daily general cleaning duties in an indoor environment, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, emptying trash containers, washing windows, cleaning, and stocking restrooms.
• Perform daily general cleaning duties in an outdoor environment, including snow removal, weeding, graffiti removal, and litter pickup.
• Travel to different facilities to perform cleaning duties may be required.
• Perform overhead dusting and light fixture cleaning.
• Strip and wax floors and clean carpeting.
• Order supplies and maintain a well‑stocked, organized closet.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED AND two (2) years previous janitorial experience.

• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.

• Previous business/industrial building and/or public facility janitorial experience.
• Experience working with diverse populations and understanding the value different experiences bring to the workplace.

• Ability to work all shifts.
• Ability to work with harsh cleaning compounds/solvents.
• Ability to learn on the job skills.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Ability to follow written schedule/instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds at least four times during an eight‑hour period.
• Ability to work with limited supervision.
• Acceptable work record (applies to internal ATU candidates).
• Ability to drive to other locations as needed.
• Ability to maintain punctual and regular attendance.

• Opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• Encouragement to develop skills through on‑site training and tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive salary, excellent benefits and good work/life balance.

Union/Grade:
Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1005/Grade 11

FLSA:
Non‑exempt

Safety Sensitive:
No

Work environment:
This job will require work near moving parts or equipment, in high precarious places, around fumes or airborne particles and in outdoor weather conditions, and in some cases, during an entire eight (8) hour shift. Must be able to work around toxic or caustic chemicals. Work in a moderate noise environment. May require operation of wet and dry vacuum, buffers and polishers, carpet extractors and cleaners.

Settings may be indoor or outdoor, in standard transit locations and in an office environment. Shifts are picked by seniority and a new employee can expect to start on the overnight shift.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran‑friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color, members of the LGBTQ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply.

If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please email HR‑OCCHealthte.mn.us.