Part-Time Weekend Custodian 1st Shift

Macalester College in St. Paul Minnesota seeks to hire a Part Time Weekend Custodian to provide all the cleaning waste and recyclable removal services snow clearing of all entrances carpeting and hard floor maintenance and other traditional tasks as needed.

Part Time Permanent:

Saturday and Sunday 6:30am to 5:00pm (20 hours per week)

Compensation: The beginning rate of pay for this position is $20.00/hour (6 month probationary period). After the probationary period the compensation will increase to $21.00/hour. At this time the position will also become a union position. After 1 year from the date of hire the hourly wage will vary based on the shift and current union contract.

This is a union position if a regular position is offered/accepted during the 6 month probationary period the successful candidate will be required to join the International Union of Operating Engineers Local Number 70.

Upon the offer/acceptance of the position after the 6 month temp period the full Macalester benefits package would be offered at that time. See the benefit details below.

• Routine cleaning to include dusting vacuuming cleaning/washing/disinfecting surfaces collecting and hauling trash care of hard-surfaced and carpeted floors cleaning restrooms and shower rooms cleaning elevator interiors and pits
• Additional periodic duties may include washing exterior windows stripping and refinishing of floors replacing light bulbs removing snow by shoveling and/or the use of power snow blowers and performing necessary College event set-ups and other work as required and instructed
• Complete and maintain supply order requests and insure an adequate supply stock is maintained in the building
• Observe building conditions and take necessary actions to maintain or repair situations by submitting work orders for repairs and performing minor repairs and reporting any loss damage breakage or unsafe conditions or maintenance problems immediately
• Maintain security of assigned keys building lock-up and unlocking room opening and closing per instructions
• Train work with and/or coordinate the responsibilities of Facilities Services student employees

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum of 1 year professional custodial or janitorial experience highly preferred.
• Ability to fluently read write and speak the English language required
• Ability to use all types of automatic and power cleaning equipment in association with the professional experience
• Ability to walk or stand for long periods of time
• Ability to write short work orders describing maintenance problems
• Physical demands required include:
• Ability to perform bending twisting squatting crawling and climbing
• Lifting 50 lb mop bucket (on floor) so that the lip of the bucket reaches 30 height as in dumping in a sink.
• Lifting 50 lb box from floor level to waist level.
• Lifting 50 lb trash container to shoulder height as in dumping into dumpster.
• Undergo a Criminal Background check in accordance with the Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act

Must possess a valid Minnesota Drivers License

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Benefits

At Macalester we are proud to offer excellent comprehensive employee benefits. Here are some highlights:

• Outstanding vacation and sick time packages plus an additional 10 holidays.
• Generous employer contribution to Health Savings Account.
• Free primary care for most services through Nice Healthcare when enrolled in a Macalester health plan.
• Access to the athletics fitness facility wellness coaching and activities.

These are just some of the great benefits Macalester has to offer! To see our full benefits packages and options please visit our Benefits Page.

Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check is a condition of employment.

Application Guidelines:

For best consideration please submit your resume to the Macalester Employment Opportunities webpage. Review of applications will begin immediately. All inquiries about this position should be directed to:

Jaclyn Howard

Talent Acquisition Manager

Macalester is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse and pluralistic staff committed to working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from everyone who would add richness to our community including people of color individuals with disabilities women and LGBTQIA individuals.

Founded in 1874 Macalester College provides students with the inspiration insight and experience to become successful and ethical leaders. Located in flourishing St. Paul Minnesota Macalester enrolls over 2000 students from across the country and around the world. Macalester is a preeminent liberal arts college recognized for its student service and celebration of internationalism.

At Macalester we look at our employees through a whole-person holistic lens. With comprehensive benefits and well-being programs we provide and enable our community members to grow and care for themselves their families and one another. Our whole-hearted fidelity to community-building and social justice exemplify these ideals. Macalester College continuously prioritizes a culturally diverse and pluralistic community. We value individuals of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

Our rich blend of people holding varied identities enhances our strong commitment to multiculturalism and global citizenship. We seek candidates who reflect and strengthen our campus environment. Macalester invites and encourages everyone to apply who would add depth to our community including those from all sexual orientations races ethnicities national origins genders religions abilities and ages.