Custodian II

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The Facilities Planning & Management Department is seeking applicants for full-time Custodian II positions. Under general supervision assigns reviews coordinates and inspects custodial activities in the area of assignment in accordance with established guidelines. Supervisor is available on short notice to assist in the resolution of problems.

Currently we have the work schedule available: Monday - Friday 4:00 am to 12:30 pm.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT: Facilities Planning & Management (FP&M) is an organization that is dedicated to the maintenance and enhancement of Iowa State University one of the nations leading educational and agricultural institutes. But more importantly FP&M is dedicated to their employees and enhancing the lives of each team member through opportunities both professionally and personally. FP&M is one of the largest departments on campus and currently employs over 450 full-time employees and students combined.

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.

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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 or call or Toll Free: 1-.

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

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