• Job Description

  Req#: R17201

  Position Title:

  Custodian I - Part-Time

  Job Group:

  Merit

  Required Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.

  Preferred Qualifications:

  Custodial cleaning experience
  Experience with battery powered cleaning equipment such as auto scrubbers and riding vacuums
  Recreation facility cleaning experience or related experience

  Job Description:

  Looking for a flexible 4-hour work day?

  If so, Recreation Services at Iowa State University is seeking to hire a part-time Custodian I for the general maintenance of buildings!

  Schedule: 20 hours a week, 4 Hours Daily, Monday - Friday.
  

  This opportunity is an early morning position with a flexible start time between 2:00 a.m. to 4:00 a.m.

  This position is eligible to receive Iowa State University benefits.

  Under direct supervision, performs custodial work required for the general maintenance of buildings.

  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.

  • Refills holder of disposable items, such as soap, bathroom tissue, paper towels, etc. Cleans and disinfects exercise equipment and other areas.

  • Reports breakage and needed repairs.

  • Moves furniture, supplies and miscellaneous equipment; orders and 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 cleaning exterior windows.

  • Locks and unlocks doors as required.

  • Assists in unloading trucks, unpacking, assembling, and moving equipment and furniture.

  • Picks up and returns equipment for repair by maintenance.

  • Delivers supplies to designated areas.

  • Operates high pressure, water-cleaning apparatus to clean and disinfect rug runners, floors, walls, and showers.

  • Maintains inventory of custodial supplies, and keeps and prepares other records and reports as directed.

  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.

  Appointment Type:

  Regular

  Number of Months Employed Per Year:

  12 Month Work Period

  Time Type:

  Part time

  Pay Grade:

  0003a

  Application Instructions:

  To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:
  
  1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
  
  If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.
  
  Why Choose ISU?
  
  Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:
  • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
  • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans
  • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
  • Life insurance and long-term disability
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Various voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Wellbeing program

  Original Posting Date:

  June 6, 2025

  Posting Close Date:

  June 15, 2025

  Job Requisition Number:

  R17201

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