Custodian Job at City of Owatonna, MN in Owatonna

Salary: $21.58 - $28.06 HourlyLocation : Owatonna, MNJob Type: Full-timeJob Number: Custodian 01 2025Department: AdministrationDivision: FacilitiesOpening Date: 01/06/2025Closing Date: 1/22/2025 3:00 PM CentralFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: IUOEDescription THE COMMUNITY WE SERVE:The City of Owatonna is a growing community strategically placed at the crossroads of I-35 and two major US highways, approximately one hour south of the Twin Cities metro area. The community has a commitment to growth, access to services, and quality of life for its 26,000 residents. Click the link below to learn more about the community this position would have the opportunity to be part of and serve. ABOUT THE FACILITIES DEPARTMENT:DEPARTMENT PURPOSE:We believe that great communities depend on facilities where they can work, play, and connect. The Facilities Department creates a better tomorrow by maintaining safe and accessible City facilities for the organization and community.As an organization, our Purpose is to create a better tomorrow. We are guided in that work by our organization's 3 Core Values: Better Together, Community Stewardship, and Pride in Our Work.In our department, the City's values look and sound like . . . BETTER TOGETHER:Utilizing the individual strengths, skills, abilities, and backgrounds while learning from one another.Acting as a team player - we carry our weight, support other team members, and look out for one another (both our coworkers and other departments)Working toward shared goalsLearning from our collective mistakes and experiences.COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP:Working with and building relationships with industry experts and vendors to implement continuous improvements.Helping to preserve and maintain historic buildings.Working in the City's best interest with the highest level of integrity.Remembering that we are always in the public eye.Spending taxpayers' money and using city resources wisely, efficiently, and effectively.PRIDE IN OUR WORK:Always doing our best - we understand that quality doesn't cost, it paysPaying attention to the little thingsHolding ourselves to a high standardLeaving it better than when we arrivedTaking satisfaction in the public's utilization and enjoyment of our city facilitiesCelebrating our hard work Duties / Responsibilities WHAT YOU'LL DO:As a custodian you will be responsible for providing cleaning and security services to the City facilities by following established standards and procedures. Responsibilities may include: cleaning and sanitizing floors, walls, ceilings, and furniture; cleaning bathrooms; maintaining custodial supplies, as well as maintaining other parts of the buildings and grounds.Specifically as the Custodian you will...Performs a variety of custodial maintenance duties including: replenishing paper supplies, towels, and soap; mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming floors; emptying trash; and/or performing related activities.Performs a variety of custodial sanitizing duties which includes: cleaning and disinfecting floors, windows, sinks, counters, shower areas, toilets, water fountains and other fixtures and performing related activities.Monitors available inventory and notifies appropriate individual(s) when stock levels reach specified levels.Prepares and maintains logs and records.Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Qualifications ABOUT YOU:A successful candidate will have some or all of the following ...High school diploma or G.E.D or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.Licensing Requirements:Valid Driver's License.Knowledge of:Basic cleaning techniques;Applicable equipment and tools;Applicable cleaning chemicals;Computers and related software applications.Skill in:Cleaning and sanitizing facilities and equipment;Handling and applying applicable cleaning chemicals;Using applicable tools and equipment;Monitoring and replenishing inventory;Preparing records and logs;Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with subordinates, coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to give and receive work direction.NOTE: This position will provide service to the law enforcement center and therefore must pass comprehensive background check to meet CJIS requirements. Hours of Work/Physical and Mental Demands This is a full-time position. Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm. Flexibility is important to us and our employees, schedule may vary based on need. To view the full job description including position specifications and physical demands .City of Owatonna 2025 BENEFITS OVERVIEWFor a Regular Full-Time EmployeeThe City of Owatonna provides a comprehensive, balanced, and competitive benefits package as part of your total compensation. The City's benefits programs address both the immediate needs that you and your family may have, such as medical coverage or health savings accounts, and your long-term needs, such as retirement savings.The following outline of City offered benefits serves as an overview and does not provide all provisions, limitations, and exclusions. If there is a contradiction between this and the official plan documents, the plan documents will prevail.EMPLOYER PROVIDED BENEFITS:Paid Time Off (PTO): It is the policy of the City of Owatonna to provide employees necessary time away from work. PTO can be utilized for any purpose, subject only to necessary request/approval procedures consistent with the City Policies and Procedures Manual and labor contracts. PTO accrues at the following rates for full-time employees:Years of Service Hours/Year 1 144 2 152 3 160 4 168 5 176 6-9 184 10 192 11 200 12 208 13 216 14 224 15 228 16 232 17 236 18 240 19 244 20 248 21 252 22 256 23 260 24+ 264 11 Paid Holidays and 1 Floating Holiday:All regular full-time employees of the City, except those who are governed by a union contract or different holiday policy, receive the following holidays: Holiday DateNew Year's Day January 1stMartin Luther King, Jr. Day Third Monday in JanuaryPresidents' Day Third Monday in FebruaryMemorial Day Last Monday in MayJuneteenth June 19thIndependence Day July 4thLabor Day First Monday in SeptemberVeteran's Day November 11thThanksgiving Day Fourth Thursday in NovemberLast working day before Christmas DecemberChristmas Day December 25thOne (1) Floating Holiday Once per year; must be used by December 31stReasonable time off to attend church services on Good Friday at the discretion of the department director when it will not interfere with departmental activities.Retirement:PERA (Public Employees Retirement Association)1. Must participate as directed by Minnesota Statutes.2. Contribution rates vary depending on plan.3. May obtain refund of employee contribution on termination of service.Health Insurance Coverage Through Medica:Coverage for eligible employees becomes effective on the first of the month following a waiting period of thirty (30) days from the first workday.3 HDHP to choose fromCity Contributes $ 614.00 towards single coverage premium or $ 1,714.00 towards family coverage/premiumCity contributes $1,225/single or $2,500/family into an HSA account.Term Life Insurance:The City provides a $25,000 term life insurance policy at no cost to the employee.Long Term Disability Insurance:The plan provides long term disability income with a 90 consecutive day elimination period. An employee must be a regular full-time employee and have completed six (6) months of employment in order to be eligible for this benefit. West Hills Fitness Center:PERA Qualified Employees, Police/Fire Employees (Full-time and Part-time) have access to the West Hills Fitness Center at no cost as part of the city's wellness program. Employee Assistant Plan (EAP):The City of Owatonna provides an Employee Assistance Plan. This service provides free, confidential, professional assistance to help employees and their families resolve problems such as marital difficulties, financial or legal problems, emotional difficulties, or problems caused by alcohol or other drug use, that affect their personal lives or job performance.OPTIONAL BENEFITS AVAILABLE:The following benefits are available on an elective basis at the employee's choice:Deferred Compensation Plans (457 and Roth IRA's): Plans available through Minnesota State Retirement System and ICMARC.Dental Insurance: Coverage through Health Partners.STD/Cancer/Accident Policies: Plans available through AFLAC.Supplemental Life Insurance: Plans through MN Life and PERA.Health Care and Daycare Flexible Spending AccountsVision Care: Plan available through Eye Med.Questions regarding benefit information can be directed to Human Resources at 507-774-7346.01 Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No 02 Did you receive a High School Diploma or a GED? Yes No 03 Do you currently hold a valid Driver's License? Yes No 04 How many years of experience do you have in custodial work? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1 - 2 years of experience 2 - 5 years of experience More than 5 years of experience 05 Describe your experience related to custodial work. If no experience, type N/A. 06 How many years of customer service experience do you have? No experience Less than 1 year of experience 1 - 2 years of experience 2 - 5 years of experience More than 5 years of experience 07 Please describe your customer service experience. If none, type N/A 08 Please select the following equipment/products you have experience with: Carpet Cleaning Machines Hard Floor Scrubbers Cleaning Supplies General Maintenance 09 Are you able to lift and move up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds occasionally with or without a reasonable accommodation? Yes No 10 Are you physically able to reach, stand, walk, pull, push, see, hear, and grasp continuously throughout an eight-hour work shift with or without reasonable accommodation? Yes No 11 Do you have any objections to or limitations in using cleaning chemicals (such as bleach or disinfectants) with proper personal protection equipment (such as gloves, glasses, training)? Yes No 12 Do you wish to apply for Veteran's Preference?You must complete the Veteran's Preference points below and submit the requited documentation (MEMBER COPY 4 VETERAN's DD214) to the City of Owatonna by the application deadline of the position for which you are applying. Not Claiming Veteran's Preference Veteran Disabled Veteran Spouse of Deceased Veteran Spouse of Disabled Veteran Required Question