Overview and Responsibilities

Custodians are responsible for general housekeeping and sanitizing in various areas on campus including classrooms, offices, residence halls, athletic facilities, and grounds. General responsibilities include:

• Restroom and shower room cleaning
• Carpet maintenance
• Trash removal
• Dusting
• Snow removal
• Operation of floor machine for refinishing or buffing of floors as needed
• Wall washing
• Bleacher setup
• Changing of light bulbs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Essential skills and functions:

• Develops and maintains good working relationships and communications at all levels of the organization.
• Be able to work nights and weekends if position requires it.
• Be able to work outside in the elements year-round.
• Observes safety guidelines and follows safety procedures established by the university.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work effectively alone and within a team environment.
• Support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary’s University as a Lasallian Catholic university.

Education and experience:

• Custodial experience in a school or multi-building office/commercial space preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Application Requirements

Apply online at https://www.smumn.edu/about/offices-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/ and include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota believes inclusion and human dignity contributes to a robust academic and work environment and is critical to achieving the University's mission in an increasingly diverse society. Individuals with expertise and diverse skills from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The successful candidate must support, respect, and advance the mission of Saint Mary's University as a Lasallian Catholic institution.

Saint Mary’s offers a comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending, retirement pension plan, and both undergraduate and graduate tuition remission plans.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.