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Building and Grounds Custodian

Columbus, NE, US, 68602-0499

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Building & Grounds Custodian located at Columbus General Office in Columbus, Nebraska.  Position closes August 22, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

 

This position will report to the Facility Services Supervisor.

Position Summary

A building and grounds custodian works in both a team and individually to provide and support housekeeping activities associated with any NPPD facility when needed. Employees may need to travel to another NPPD facility to support business needs.

Education, Training and Experience

High school diploma or GED required. A valid Nebraska's driver license is required. Custodial seminars or training is preferred. Previous custodial/janitorial experience is preferred. Mechanical training and/or experience is preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

None

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintain office spaces including dusting, vacuuming, cleaning windows and blinds, moving furniture and chairs, trash removal and recycling. Set up conference rooms as required.
Ensure building entryways are presentable including glass surfaces and walk-off carpet.  Maintain common spaces including operation of various cleaning equipment to shampooing carpets, as well as wiping down walls and base boards.  Clean stairwells and handrails, strip and wax tile floors and landings. Ensure breakrooms are tidy which includes wiping down ceramic tile, sinks, microwaves, and straightening furniture, and tables.
Clean and maintain the loading dock and receiving areas.  Restrooms, locker rooms, and storage rooms will be cleaned daily.  This will include mopping the tile floors, wiping down fixtures, and restocking paper supplies. 
Maintain material supplies, including maintenance of SDS (safety data sheets) program. 
Assist with snow removal, including weekend on-call schedule during inclement weather. 


All duties listed above include providing services to the Nebraska Energy – Federal Credit Union as necessary.
 

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

 

Pay Grade - 5

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $17.60  - $21.56

 

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

 

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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