Custodian I - Memorial Union

Custodian I - Memorial Union Job Group: Merit Required Minimum Qualifications: Ability to read, write, and follow instructions. Preferred Qualifications: Job Description:

Be part of the team that keeps the Memorial Union at Iowa State University clean, functional, and ready for anything. As a Custodian I , youll help maintain one of the most active buildings on campusused daily by students, staff, and visitors for meetings, meals, studying, and major events.

In this role, youll handle general cleaning, restocking supplies, and setting up or tearing down spaces for events. Youll work second shift alongside a team that takes pride in keeping the building in top shape for the campus community.

Schedule: 12:00 PM 8:30 PM (Second Shift)
Location: Memorial Union

What Youll Do:

• Clean public and staff areas, including restrooms and meeting spaces

• Handle basic floor care and supply restocking

• Assist with room setups and event turnover

• Support daily operations as part of a steady, team-focused crew

What youll get

• Insurance benefits (medical, dental, and vision) starting on your first day with timely enrollment

• Competitive retirement options with generous university contributions

• Paid time off, sick leave, and holiday pay Enjoy Holidays OFF!

• Consistent, full-time schedule to support work-life balance

• Steady work that supports the campus community

If youre dependable, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to the heart of campus life, apply today.

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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.

• Refill 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 of breakage and needed repairs.

• Moves furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment; removes draperies and 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 the building, such as sweeping sidewalks, snow and ice removal at entrances, cleaning ash pits, 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 housekeeping supplies to designated areas.

• Operates high-pressure, water-cleaning apparatus to clean and disinfect rug runners, hospital equipment, 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 the 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 of 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 ongoing basis without sponsorship.

Appointment Type: Regular Number of Months Employed Per Year: 12 Month Work Period Time Type: Full 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:

• Resume/Curriculum Vitae

• Letter of Application/Cover Letter

If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call ... or Toll Free: ....

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, 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: July 2, 2025 Posting Close Date: July 13, 2025 Job Requisition Number: R17354