Candidate Pool Custodian, Senior - Plant Operations, (SY 2026-2027)

About the role

The Candidate Pool Custodian, Senior - Plant Operations, (SY 2026-2027) is part of the Plant Operations department. This position is open until filled and is located across various sites within the Minneapolis Public Schools district. The position is an AM Shift, typically starting as early as 5 AM - 1:30 PM or 5:30 AM - 2 PM or 6 AM - 2:30 PM.

Responsibilities

• Provides maintenance and upkeep for the inside and outside of MPS Secondary School buildings.
• Oversees Custodians, coordinates assignments and schedules, and monitors work methods and procedures.
• Inspects buildings and grounds to verify work quality and effective use of resources.
• Works on assigned projects, and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience.
• Maintains swimming pools and other special recreational facilities.
• Orders supplies, creates work orders, tracks budget and expenditures, reviews, and processes timesheets, maintains operational logs, and prepares operational reports.
• Cleans buildings, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, washing, and refinishing.
• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms and restocks supplies.
• Removes trash from classrooms, offices, and hallways.
• Replaces burned-out lights.
• Reports electrical and mechanical failures.
• Cleans and adjusts furniture.
• Cleans and maintains grounds, including seasonal lawn care and snow removal.
• Controls work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition.
• Performs minor repairs or enters work orders.
• Utilizes proper safety precautions in all work performed; cleans up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures.
• Fulfills custodial duties as outlined in the job description.
• Performs office duties as needed.
• Provides customer service as needed, responds to requests, and assists co-workers and visitors.
• Opens and closes facilities and sets security systems.
• Responds to emergency situations including call backs for break-ins and mechanical problems.
• Assists with safety drills and annual cleaning duties.
• Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with students, clients, visitors, and MPS staff.
• Promotes the Superintendent’s goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, records and MPS information.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two (2) years of experience as an MPS Custodian.
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Qualifications

• Education, Training, and Experience Guidelines: High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND two (2) years of experience as an MPS Custodian; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by Human Resources.

Skills

• Coordinating staff, and delegating tasks and authority.
• Promoting and enforcing safe work practices.
• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Working independently to complete daily activities.
• Safely using tools, equipment, and chemicals.
• Interpreting and applying verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with co-workers and others.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• HSA & FSA
• Retailer plan

Pay

$28.04 J6 Step6 - $30.02 J6 Step10

Schedule

This position is an AM Shift - typically starting as early as 5 AM - 1:30 PM or 5:30 AM - 2 PM or 6 AM - 2:30 PM.