Day Custodian/Engineer (CHHS)

Columbia Heights Public Schools•Columbia Heights, MN

53d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 1.0 FTE (benefit eligible) position for a Day Custodian/Engineer at Columbia Heights High School. The role involves performing a variety of cleaning, maintenance, and operational tasks to ensure the school facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained. The position requires general knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment, as well as some knowledge of heating and cooling systems. The successful candidate will be able to work independently, follow directions, and interact effectively with students, staff, and community members. This position is posted from 6/23/2026 until filled, with interviews scheduled at the request of the School District.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to perform each essential function satisfactorily.
General knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
General knowledge of material safety data sheets.
Some knowledge of heating and cooling systems.
Skill reading assembly diagrams and material safety data sheets.
Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.
Ability to read and understand basic English direction.
Ability to work in a fairly independent environment with little or no supervision.
Ability to work with a varied group of people coming from different backgrounds.
Ability to be thorough and clean when working.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, students and other community members.
Valid driver's license in the State of Minnesota.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a multi-cultural setting with diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

Sweeps, strips, buffs, waxes, or dust mops assigned areas, cleans carpets.
Empties trash receptacles, removes trash from buildings.
Dusts furniture, walls, windowsills, and other woodwork; cleans windows.
Sanitizes and cleans drinking fountains and other high use surfaces.
Cleans spills and sanitizes areas.
Cleans lockers, walls, and other areas; removes graffiti.
Changes light bulbs and ballasts.
Opens and secures building.
Performs systematic cleaning of facilities.
Sets up and removes bleachers, chairs, desks, or other equipment for various functions and/or events.
Monitors smoke and fire alarm and heating and cooling systems.
Performs general maintenance and repairs as needed.
Performs boiler room preventative maintenance and chemical balancing.
Performs light carpentry and painting.
Performs minor plumbing repairs.
Fills in for lead when the lead is absent.
Attends work regularly and arrives on time.