Custodian

Grand Forks County is accepting applications for a Custodian. Under general supervision, the Custodian performs a variety of cleaning, custodial, and light maintenance duties to support the daily operations of County facilities. This position is responsible for maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and safety in the County Office Building, County Courthouse, Juvenile Detention Facility, County Correctional Facility, Sheriff’s Office, and other assigned facilities.

Work may include floor care, restroom sanitation, waste removal, minor repairs, and other related duties to ensure facilities are presentable, functional, and welcoming to staff and the public.

To learn more about this position, please review the Custodian Position Description.

Full-time (based on a 40 hours per week), benefit eligible. 2:00pm to 11:00 pm, Monday through Friday. There might be a variation to work hours and days to support the department and County needs.

High school graduation or equivalency. Six (6) months of previous work experience in building and/or grounds maintenance.

Applications must be submitted using the Grand Forks County Application and submitted with a resume and cover letter to receive full consideration. The application can be accessed by clicking Grand Forks County Application. Applications may also be obtained at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (northside), Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources. Completed applications may be returned in person or via mail at: 151 South 4th Street, 5th Floor (northside), Grand Forks, ND 58201 or by email to human.resources,

by January 18, 2026. Interviewing process starts after the close date.

While employed at Grand Forks County you will receive a generous number of paid holidays, paid time off, benefits, and retirement. Did you know that Grand Forks County participates in NDPERS Retirement - 16.26% and employees only contribute 2% and the County contributes the rest. For employees hired on or after January 1,2025, you will be enrolled in the Defined Compensation 2025 plan (DC25) at the rate of 9.26% of your gross salary paid by the County with an option for an additional 3% employee contribution and County match.

To learn about the benefits offered, please review the 2026 Benefits Summary.

Prospective employees will undergo a thorough background investigation and may include a drug/ alcohol screening. Each applicant’s education, training, and experience will be rated based on required application materials submitted and the top-scoring candidates will be forwarded for further consideration.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance in the selection process, please notify the Human Resources Department Office in writing, at the time of application.

The County of Grand Forks is an at-will employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.