Iowa State University
Location
Ames, IA | United States
Job description
Embark on a rewarding journey as a Custodian II at Iowa State University , where your dedication to cleanliness and meticulous attention to detail will shine. In this role, you'll play a crucial part in maintaining pristine environments through a combination of leadership, expertise, and hands-on custodial duties. With a focus on efficiency and effectiveness, you'll oversee daily operations, manage inventory, and provide guidance to ensure optimal performance. Join our team and make a meaningful impact as you contribute to creating safe, sanitary, and welcoming spaces for all.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Wallace Wilson Commons
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities
⢠Confers with supervisor and receives written and oral instructions concerning general custodial duties.
⢠Develops work schedules and directs and inspects daily work routine of other custodial services.
⢠Maintains inventory of linen and record of linen laundering; maintains inventory of custodial supplies, and keeps and prepares other records and reports as directed.
⢠Assists in planning procedures and work methods and advises or recommends revision for the purpose of improving the efficiency of operations and services.
⢠Performs custodial duties as required.
⢠Interviews and recommends the hiring of custodial personnel, as required.
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 lead, train and motivate employees.
⢠Ability to write and maintain routing records and reports such as employee attendance, supply usage, and repairs needed.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.Â
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About Iowa State University
Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive, a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), and ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top public universities in the nation. Over 36,000 students are enrolled and served by over 6,200 faculty and staff (see Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 60,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted the best college town in the nation (see Iowa State University is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity and strongly encourages applications from all qualified applicants, including women, underrepresented minorities, and veterans. ISU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, is dedicated to work-life balance through an array of policies, and is an NSF ADVANCE institution. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.
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