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Custodian I

Iowa State University

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 May 2025

About the role

Position Title:

Custodian I

Job Group:

Merit

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior custodial experience

Experience operating commercial cleaning equipment

Job Description:

Are you ready to embark on a custodial adventure that's anything but ordinary?

Iowa State University is seeking enthusiastic applicants for Custodian I positions across multiple locations on campus! With various shifts available you'll have the chance to become a valued member of our vibrant community within the Department of Residence.

As one of the largest non-academic departments on campus, with over 400 dedicated employees working together to create a supportive learning and social environment for students, you'll be at the forefront of maintaining our campus buildings. From tidying communal spaces to ensuring common areas are welcoming and clean, every day will bring new challenges and opportunities to showcase your skills.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes healthcare, vision, dental, vacation, retirement, and sick leave, ensuring you and your family are well cared for; plus, insurance coverage starts on your first day by completing enrollment before the deadline!

If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team and make a difference in the lives of our students, apply today and let the adventure begin!

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

Performs cleaning in all areas of a building.
Performs cleaning of all floor areas such as vacuuming, shampooing, sweeping, mopping, stripping, scrubbing, waxing, and buffing.
Cleans and polishes all bathroom fixtures.
Cleans and washes all glass surfaces, ceilings and walls.
The use of a ladder up to 12 feet in height may be required.
Replaces light bulbs and cleans light fixtures, using a ladder as required.
Makes beds and handles both clean and soiled linens for occasional conferences.
Refills holder of disposable items, such as soap, bathroom tissue, paper towels, etc.
Cleans and disinfects beds, bedside tables, overbed tables, etc., and other equipment and areas.
Reports breakage and needed repairs.
Moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment; removes rugs periodically for cleaning; delivers supplies to various areas.
Collects trash from receptacles throughout the building and empties it into various areas.
Performs duties in the immediate exterior of building such as sweeping sidewalks, snow and ice removal at entrances, cleaning debris from grounds and window wells, and occasional cleaning exterior windows.
Picks up and returns equipment for repair by maintenance.
Delivers housekeeping supplies to designated areas.
Operates high pressure, water-cleaning apparatus to clean and disinfect rug runners, and showers.
Occasionally maintains inventory of linen and record of lined laundering and maintains inventory of custodial supplies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of standard cleaning techniques and characteristics of surfaces to be cleaned, and equipment and supplies required.
Ability to move furniture and objects in preparation for cleaning; to load and unload trash receptacles; to operate safely and properly care for power machinery; to use arm muscles in hand cleaning, mopping, and scrubbing for protracted periods of time; to work on ladders.
Knowledge of proper bending and lifting techniques and ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a variety of environments including crowded public areas and high and low temperature areas.
Knowledge of the safe use if chemical cleaning agents and possible hazards relating to environmental sanitation.
Ability to communicate effectively with others.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.