What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian II position at City of St. Paul?
About the Position
Join us! The City of St. Paul Public Works Department is hiring a Custodian to help maintain clean, safe, and functional facilities that support essential city services. This role is perfect for a hardworking, detail-oriented individual who takes pride in creating well-maintained spaces. Join our team and make a positive impact on the St. Paul community while enjoying competitive benefits and a supportive work environment!
Public Works Department:The current vacancy will be working at 891 Dale St N, St Paul, MN 55103 Monday-Friday, during core business hours of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Occasional weekend shifts as needed.
Here's what you can expect to do:
- Cleaning restrooms
- Vacuuming and edging offices and hallways
- Removing trash from offices, breakrooms, and grounds
- Sweeping and moping breakrooms and stairwells
- Performing seasonal grounds work including mowing and snow removal
- Assisting with striping and waxing floors
- Assisting Custodial Engineers with light maintenance work
The eligible list created will also be used to fill Custodian II positions as they become available in various departments within the City.
Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits (Download PDF reader), including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.
Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.
Position Requirements
Good physical condition.
For positions in Fire Department, Libraries, Police Department, Public Works, and the Saint Paul Regional Water Services: Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D Driver's License, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.
How to Apply
- Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.
Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.
Learn more about our Hiring Process
Assessment: Qualifications Rating
The Qualifications Rating is an assessment of your completed application and answers to the Supplemental Questionnaire. Be as specific and detailed as possible in completing your application and questionnaire. You must submit your completed application and supplemental questionnaire by the application deadline.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.
Eligible Lists: Eligible lists are typically created from a pass/fail assessment. Those who pass the assessment will be placed on an eligible list for approximately six months. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list.
Final Selection Process: You must receive a score of 75% or higher to pass the assessment and be considered for the position. Those who pass will be placed on an eligible list and all will be notified of their status. A Hiring Manager will consider those applicants eligible for hire. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.
Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination as a condition of employment.
Human Resources Contact Information:
Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519
Email: michelle.lebow@stpaul.gov
The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.
Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:
City Paid Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Vacation/Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Life Insurance
- Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
- Deferred Compensation
- Retirement Program
- Dental
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Disability Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long Term Care Insurance
