Part Time Cleaner (6.75 hrs./day)

About Cloquet Public Schools Welcome to Cloquet Public Schools! We are a dynamic community serving over 2,500 students in northern Minnesota. Our vision, "Growing forward for our community, our schools, and our future" guides us as we work to provide a robust educational opportunity for each student we serve. We offer a small-town feel combined with the amenities of larger districts, and we are recognized for our commitment to cultural inclusivity, high-quality education and a strong sense of community.

Here you will find a welcoming, forward-thinking environment where you are empowered to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students and families. If you are passionate about education and community, we invite you to join our team! Part Time Cleaner Position Function: Under the direct supervision of the Principal, Director of Facilities, and Head Custodian, performs general cleaning in school buildings and grounds; maintains cleaning equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.

Performs related duties and general maintenance work as required.

Essential Functions

Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building. Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards. Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors. Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.

Washes walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills. Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas. Replaces light bulbs. Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms. Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals. Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds.

Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies. Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building. Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program. Additional Duties: Performs general cleaning, and cleaning projects, particularly during school vacations.

Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs. Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor . Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment Uses cleaning tools and equipment trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower and hand tools.

Safety Requirements Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties. Wears appropriate safety gear, including PPE. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with principal and others.

Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance or repair problems as needed. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure. Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Ability to work above ground from ladders and automatic lifts. Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by supervisor(s). Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office and school building environments. Ability to work outdoors in inclement weather conditions.

Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc. See the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: High School Diploma or completion of sufficient education to successfully perform the duties of the position. Previous experience in building and cleaning maintenance desirable.

MN Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation. Licensing Requirements No specific license is required for this position. Salary and Benefits The starting pay for this position is $19.14 per hour. We are proud to offer a wide array of benefits to our employees, including HRA contribution, dental insurance, life insurance and LTD.

You will be eligible for paid sick and safe time. How to Apply Application deadline is 9/7/2026. Position will remain open until filled. Individuals who wish to be considered for this position must apply online at http://www.applitrack.com/isd94/onlineapp . Only qualified and appropriately licensed individuals will be considered for an interview.

For any inquiries or questions regarding the position, please contact Brock Wilton, Director of Facilities and Grounds, at bwilton@isd94.org or 218-879-6721 ext. 6220 A diverse workforce fuels innovation and allows us to better understand, communicate with, educate, and support our students. Cloquet will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of sex, race, religion, color, creed, national origin, marital status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or status with regard to public assistance.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications outlined in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and know that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.