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.

Essential Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function, including:

• 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

Special Requirements

• 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

For questions, contact:

Todd Gretschmann

tgretschmann@isd1.org

218-927-2115 ext. 313