Gustavus Adolphus College is hiring: Custodian in Saint Peter

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Description

Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for our Custodian positions in the Custodial and Support Services Department.

Openings: 1

Description

Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for our Custodian positions in the Custodial and Support Services Department.

Employment Type: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Non-exempt (Hourly), Benefits-Eligible

Shift: Monday - Friday, 5am-1pm

Wage Range: $15.00-$16.50

Main Responsibilities

• Properly cleans and maintains multiple areas as assigned
• Shampooing carpets, waxing floors, polishing glass, emptying trash, recycling, compost
• Maintaining floors, cleaning wood, linoleum, tile, and other flooring types
• Report’s maintenance concerns via work order request to appropriate personnel
• Collaborates with other CSS staff, leads, and supervisors to complete daily tasks
  
  

Prerequisites

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for up to 8 hours per day
• Previous experience in cleaning and/or custodial services
• Must be a self-starter and able to produce work with minimum supervision
• Demonstrated ability to build positive working relationships
• Strong communication skills and positive demeanor
  
  

Gustavus offers competitive and comprehensive benefits which include (Full-time, Benefits Eligible positions only):

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Parental Leave
• Gustavus contribution to retirement savings plan after one year of employment
• Free: Parking, exercise classes, use of library and athletic facilities
• Tuition options for dependents after two year of employment
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse
• 13 paid Holidays + generous PTO plan
  
  

Application Procedures: To apply for this position, please continue the process on our website, www.gustavus.edu/humanresources/employment to complete the online application. Submit a resume if available.

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation’s leading private liberal arts colleges serving approximately 2,000 students. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Known for its strong science, writing, music, athletics, study-away, and service-learning programs, Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota only one hour southwest of the Twin Cities.

Contact

Andrea Duncanson | andreapearson@gustavus.edu | 507-933-6482

Posted: Thu Jul 10, 2025

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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