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College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph
College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph
Posted: 20-Feb-26
Location: St. Joseph, MN
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Internal Number: 5242595
The Custodial Maintenance department at the College of Saint Benedict invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit eligible position of Custodian.
Why Join Us?
The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
18 Paid Holidays Annually
Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more
Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.
To learn more about our benefits, visit csbsju.edu/jobs.
The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment across assigned academic, administrative, and residential areas. This includes cleaning, sanitizing, performing light maintenance tasks, snow removal, and assisting the area supervisor by overseeing student employees in the custodian area as needed. The role requires physical stamina, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a flexible schedule.Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement
The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.
CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visitCSBSJU.
The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.
- Plan, prepare and maintain the cleanliness, upkeep and appearance of assigned areas.
- Clean and sanitize restrooms and shower areas.
- Perform floor, wall, and stairwell care, including sweeping, dust mopping, wet mopping, auto scrubbing, carpet cleaning, and floor refinishing in entries, corridors, classrooms, meeting rooms, offices, and lounges as assigned.
- Clean windows, window coverings, furnishings, and fixtures within assigned areas.
- Remove garbage and recycling from buildings to designated exterior containers and pickup areas.
- Clear snow and any obstacles preventing entry or exit from buildings.
- Ensure security of storage areas and equipment.
- Perform minor maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Assist with inventory, furniture storage, and room condition reports.
- Follow established safety practices and product/equipment usage guidelines.
- Assist the area supervisor with oversight of student employees in their designated areas as needed.
- Attend and participate in departmental meetings and trainings as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Basic ability and knowledge of cleaning methods and light maintenance practices.
- Ability to learn and effectively operate custodial equipment.
- Ability to read and understand written and verbal instructions in English.
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with faculty, students, and visitors, as well as direct students and other employees when needed.
- Demonstrated initiative, organization and planning skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, while also being an effective team player.
- Flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules, including start times, split shifts, weekends, and occasional changes in work assignments.
- Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods, including lifting, pushing, pulling, stooping, reaching, squatting, standing, etc. as required.
- Ability to regularly lift loads 40 pounds and higher.
- Ability to use various cleaning equipment and ladders safely.
- Ability to operate computers for email, work orders, and staff communications.
- Ability to work with cleaning products, including exposure to fumes and cleaning aids.
Miscellaneous:
- This position has a Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Classification of I
- Hepatitis B vaccination is offered at no cost to employee (not mandated).
- Kari Koskinen background check is mandatory due the use of college master keys.
