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Custodial Worker
State of Iowa
005 Department of Administrative Services
Location
Iowa, 50319
Salary
$14.66 - $20.76
per hour
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves cleaning and maintaining state buildings in Iowa to keep them safe, clean, and welcoming for everyone who uses them.
You'll handle daily tasks like sweeping, mopping, and sanitizing restrooms, plus seasonal duties like snow removal and occasional event setup.
It's a great fit for reliable, hardworking people who enjoy hands-on work and don't mind flexible hours, including nights or weekends during emergencies.
Key Requirements
- Strong attention to detail for thorough cleaning and sanitizing
- Ability to perform physical tasks like lifting, bending, and using cleaning tools
- Reliability and strong work ethic to meet deadlines, especially within 24 hours for work requests
- Basic skills in minor repairs, such as fixing furniture or replacing lights
- Flexibility to work day shifts plus nights and weekends during snow or emergencies
- Good communication skills for handling requests via phone, email, or work order systems
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training for skill improvement
Full Job Description
Are you looking for a rewarding career that makes a tangible impact on your community?
The State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking dedicated and detail-oriented Custodial Worker to maintain the cleanliness and safety of our facilities.
As a member of our team, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a sanitary and welcoming environment for all who visit and work at our state facilities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain Clean and Safe Facilities: Clean and sanitize various areas including offices, stairwells, restrooms, conference rooms, and common areas using a variety of tools such as brooms, mops, vacuums, and extractors.
- Manage Work Requests: Efficiently handle work requests through verbal communication, phone, email, and our Work Order System, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and striving to complete all requests within 24 hours.
- Detail-Oriented Cleaning: Dust, clean, and polish furniture, railings, counters, and other surfaces, ensuring a pristine environment.
- Sanitize Restroom Fixtures: Clean sinks, mirrors, partitions, and other restroom fixtures, replenish supplies, and dispose of waste properly.
- Minor Repairs and Safety Checks: Perform minor repairs to furniture and fixtures, replace lights, and conduct safety and security checks, documenting findings as needed.
- Seasonal and Emergency Duties: Apply sand and ice melt to sidewalks and stairs, remove snow and debris, and ensure safe access to buildings during inclement weather.
- Support Event Planning: Assist with reserving equipment and setting up for events by arranging tables and chairs.
- Professional Development: Participate in ongoing training to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Work Schedule:
- Day Shift
- Candidate will be required to work nights and weekends as snow events or other emergencies happen
Benefits:
At the State of Iowa, we are committed to your well-being. As a valued team member, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation, paid holidays, and sick leave with no limits on sick leave accrual.
- Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Options.
- Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
- Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
- Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
- Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
To learn more about the benefits of working with the State of Iowa, visit our benefits webpage.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Today!
At DAS, we value our employees and their contributions. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference in the state of Iowa.
If you are a proactive individual with a strong work ethic and a commitment to excellence, we invite you to apply.
Take the next step in your career by joining the State of Iowa Department of Administrative Services as a Custodial Worker.
Explore the Distinctive Culture of DAS: Why Choose Us?
Are you ready to uncover the unique qualities that make the Department of Administrative Services (DAS) an exceptional workplace?
Dive into our recruitment page to explore what sets DAS apart, join our Talent Network for the latest job opportunities, discover the outstanding benefits offered by the state, and receive personalized support to navigate the State's hiring process.
We're excited to welcome you aboard and see how your talents can contribute to the success of our team!
E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.
Qualifications
Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:1) Graduation from high school, GED, or equivalency.
2) One year of full-time work experience in commercial building maintenance or housekeeping.
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