Custodian
Listed on 2026-01-11
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Facility Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Position Summary
Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co‑workers. As an open‑access institution, we proudly serve learners from all walks of life, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and lived experiences enrich our community and strengthen our mission. We are committed to creating a sense of belonging where everyone feels empowered to be themselves and supported in their personal and professional growth.
This means actively identifying and removing barriers to opportunity and providing pathways to social and economic advancement. Western is deeply connected to the communities we serve, and we believe in the power of education to drive positive change. We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning, dedicated to student success, and eager to collaborate in building a more vibrant, equitable community.
If you share these values and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity at Western.
Summary of Position: Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the physical facilities (buildings and grounds). Responsible for snow plowing. Completes assigned work orders independently and within a team atmosphere. Responsible for special assignments and projects at the direction of the Facility Operations Manager and Physical Plant Director. Occasional weekend and holidays as needed for snow plowing.
Hours of position will be 400am-1230pm Monday‑Friday with occasional weekend and holidays as needed for snow plowing or emergency cleaning.
Essential Functions- Sweep and mop floors and vacuum carpets including treating stains and extraction of carpets
- Dust vertical and horizontal surfaces
- Clean and Sanitize restrooms, drinking fountains, etc. using established practices and procedures
- Clean elevators
- General cleaning and maintenance including cleaning glass, spot cleaning, etc.
- Perform emergency and project‑related cleaning
- Plow using mechanical equipment such as skid steer, pick‑up trucks with snow plows and box salters, forklifts and trucks with hydraulic dump boxes, Toolcat, Ventrac, etc.
- Physically shovel walkways
- Apply ice melter (through mechanical and physical application)
- Haul snow off site (driving to off‑campus location and dumping snow; operating dump truck, skid steer, and end loader)
- Grounds upkeep
- Furniture and equipment moves, pickups and deliveries
- Skilled trades and vehicle maintenance
- Computer and operating systems knowledge along with understanding operating instructions for cleaning equipment and vehicles
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical College education
- One year experience in a custodial related position
Required Testing:
- Physical (ability to pick up and carry 45 lbs, standing for prolonged periods of time)
- Hearing baseline test and annual audiogram testing
Required License:
- Valid Driver's License
This position reports to:
Facility Operations Manager
Starting hourly salary range based on education and experience: $18.21 - $22.37
This position would include competitive salary, along with a wide variety of benefits available to full‑time Western Technical College Employees. These benefits include: health, dental, life, retirement - Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), voluntary vision, supplemental Allstate insurance (accident, critical illness and cancer), pet insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability insurance…
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