Custodian

The Facilities Department herine University invites applications for a full‑time General Custodian position. This is a union‑represented role, providing a clean, healthy, and attractive environment for our college students, faculty, staff, and guests. Our team also assists in reporting maintenance and safety concerns as they arise. Custodians who work 2nd and 3rd shifts receive a shift differential.

• Work independently and as a member of a team to carry out work assignments in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with team members to create positive working relationships with co‑workers.
• Represent the Custodial team as helpful and respectful while creating positive relationships with students, faculty and staff.
• Taking care of assigned area daily following specific schedules, remaining flexible to the needs of the college and filling in for absent staff and assisting others when needed.
• Communicating with Lead on the days activities and any special needs to be completed.
• Performing general and detail cleaning of offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, restrooms & showers, common areas, lounges, kitchens, sports facilities, etc.
• Removing trash and recycling.
• Dusting, mopping, vacuuming, and sweeping all types of hard floors, flooring, stairs, and all fixtures and removing spots and stains from carpet as needed.
• Dusting, damp wiping and vacuuming furniture as needed and dusting and washing all types of surfaces.
• Cleaning restrooms and showers including all surfaces, walls, ceilings, lights, floors, and fixtures.
• Washing window and door glass using both spray bottle and microfiber cloth.
• Replacing burnt light bulbs and washing light fixtures.
• Removing snow and ice on a seasonal basis.
• Reporting all problems or repairs to the supervisor, or submitting work orders.

• High School Diploma (GED)
• Able to pass a criminal background check in order to carry college keys.

• Must be able to read and understand product information labels, MSDS sheets, work orders, written instructions, etc.
• Able to work independently and as a member of a team to carry out work assignments in a timely manner.
• Able to use all types of custodial equipment needed in your area to complete the work properly and efficiently depending on the needs of the area such as: vacuum cleaners, backpack vacuums, rotary floor machines, burnishes, auto scrubbers, pressure washers, shower cleaning systems, extension poles, ladders, light duty spot extractors, etc.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan access
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Free Tuition (tuition remission) e’s for employees and their families after one year of service
• Six weeks of paid parental leave after one year of service

Hourly Rate: $17.70

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply.

Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr or 651‑690‑6565.

Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment.