Custodian

Do you want to work for a local bank that has been invested in the greater Chippewa Valley community for over 120 years, where employees matter?

If so, Northwestern Bank has a part-time Custodian position available at our Thorp Branch.   

Why Join Northwestern Bank 

At Northwestern Bank, people matter. For more than 120 years, we have proudly served the greater Chippewa Valley as a locally owned community bank built on strong relationships, genuine care, and a commitment to making a difference. When you join our team, you become part of a supportive, family-friendly culture where employees are known, valued, and empowered to succeed. Our team works together to deliver exceptional customer experiences, forming meaningful connections and helping customers achieve their financial goals every day. Beyond the workplace, we are deeply invested in strengthening our communities through volunteering, partnerships, and service. At Northwestern Bank, you'll find rewarding work, supportive teammates, approachable leadership who know you by name, and the opportunity to make a positive impact on the customers and communities we serve.

Our Core Values 

We build stronger communities where people matter by putting our core values into action.

• Deliver an Exceptional Experience
• Shine Through Service
• Lead with Integrity
• Create Positive Impact
• Foster Genuine Relationships

Part-Time Custodian

Position Summary

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and welcoming Bank building and surrounding property. This part-time position averages approximately 7–10 hours per week, with cleaning typically completed outside of regular Bank hours. This provides a flexible work schedule and is a great opportunity for someone looking to pick up a few extra hours of work each week. Responsibilities include routine cleaning and light maintenance duties. The position requires reliability, attention to detail, effective time management, and the ability to work independently. Duties may vary based on location and operational needs.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

1. Ensures the building and grounds are in good repair, safe, neat and clean.  Performs daily, weekly, monthly, and "as needed" tasks according to schedule.  Arranges work schedule to ensure that the appearance of building and grounds receives top priority.

2. Performs the following maintenance duties inside the Bank building: 

• DAILY:  Vacuums main office and drive-up area.  Dusts teller counter tops.  Sweeps/damp mops floors and steps.  Cleans: break rooms, bathrooms/toilets/sinks, glass doors and drinking fountains.  Spot cleans windows and glass doors.  Empties waste baskets/replace liners as needed, empties and cleans ashtrays.
• WEEKLY:  Vacuums all carpeted floor surfaces, removing spots/gum, etc. as needed.  Dusts furniture in office area.
• AS NECESSARY:  Vacuums office furniture.  Dusts window sills/blinds/trim.  Cleans windows, mirrors, light fixtures, telephones.  Replaces light bulbs and tubes.  Refills soap/towel dispensers.  Moves office supplies/records to store room/vault.  Moves furniture. 

3. Performs the following maintenance duties outside the Bank building.

• DAILY:  May need to monitor parking lot for trash, etc. 
• WEEKLY:  Picks up and properly disposes of trash on Bank property.  Inspects drive up area for oil spots, applies oil-soak or cleaning compound as needed.
•  AS NECESSARY:  May need to remove snow from entries and drive-up and salt icy sidewalks.  May mow lawns, trims edges, trim and water shrubs.  Cleans drive-up kiosk system.  Washes windows.  Cleans carpets.  Inspects Bank building and equipment for proper working condition, notifies supervisor of items in need of repair.  Cleans horse barn (Thorp only).

4. Maintains an adequate inventory of maintenance supplies.

5. Clean and wash carpet runners.

Qualifications

Qualifications 

1. Ability to perform a wide variety of cleaning and light maintenance tasks using equipment such as a vacuum cleaner, carpet cleaner, floor scrubber, broom, shovel, and mop. 
2. Demonstrates reliability, thoroughness, attention to detail, and a commitment to maintaining clean and safe facilities. 
3. Ability to prioritize work, organize time, follow an established schedule, and work independently. 
4. Ability to communicate professionally in writing and in person with employees and customers. 
5. Willingness to assume responsibility and promptly report building, equipment, safety, or supply concerns. 
6. Maintains the integrity of confidential customer and Bank information. 
7. Must have reliable transportation to travel to other branch locations as needed. 

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments and requires regular standing, walking, bending, twisting, turning, climbing, grasping, carrying, stooping, pushing, and pulling. Regular lifting of up to 50 lbs. is required, including moving boxes, trash receptacles, supplies, and other objects. The position involves regular exposure to dirt and dust, outdoor temperature extremes, and mechanical equipment such as power tools, lawn equipment, and HVAC equipment. May be required to travel to other branch locations as needed and must be insurable to drive.

Northwestern Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.