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Macalester College

Part-Time Weekend Custodian - `1st Shift

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Temporary
Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $20.00 - $21.00
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Work Schedule

Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Vacation Time
Sick Time
Holidays
Employer contribution to health savings account
Free primary care through Nice Healthcare
Access to athletics fitness facility
Wellness coaching and activities

Job Description

Macalester College, located in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a distinguished liberal arts institution established in 1874. Known for its commitment to academic excellence, social justice, and global citizenship, Macalester enrolls more than 2,000 students from across the United States and around the world. The college prides itself on fostering a culturally diverse and inclusive community where all members, including students, faculty, and staff, are valued and supported holistically. Macalester's institutional mission emphasizes nurturing ethical leadership, community engagement, and internationalism, making it a vibrant educational environment committed to service and diversity.

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Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • One year of custodial or janitorial experience preferred
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
  • Capability to use various cleaning equipment
  • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
  • Ability to write concise maintenance work orders
  • Physical capability to bend, twist, squat, crawl, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Must pass a criminal background check
  • Valid Minnesota Driver’s License

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum of 1 year professional custodial or janitorial experience highly preferred
  • Ability to fluently read, write, and speak English
  • Experience using automatic and power cleaning equipment
  • Ability to walk or stand for long periods
  • Ability to write short work orders describing maintenance problems
  • Physical ability to bend, twist, squat, crawl, and climb
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lb mop buckets and boxes
  • Valid Minnesota Driver’s License

Job Duties

  • Perform routine cleaning including dusting, vacuuming, and disinfecting surfaces
  • Collect and haul trash and recyclable materials
  • Maintain hard-surfaced and carpeted floors
  • Clean restrooms, shower rooms, elevator interiors, and pits
  • Remove snow using shovels and power snow blowers
  • Strip and refinish floors
  • Replace light bulbs
  • Perform minor repairs and maintenance
  • Submit work orders for repairs
  • Maintain adequate supply stock and complete order requests
  • Ensure security of assigned keys and manage building lock-up and unlocking
  • Train and coordinate Facilities Services student employees

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Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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