A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
Custodian Custodial and Support Services 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 on campus, 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: 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 1,800 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 Nick Ross | ross@gustavus.edu | 507-933-7643
Posted:
Mon Jan 5, 2026 To apply, visit https://gustavus.edu/employment/job/2352 jeid-72e778e3837d8d44ae5c70cb9fe753b2
