Maintenance/Custodian

Position Details

Position Information


Job Title
Maintenance/Custodian


Campus
Southridge Center/Des Moines, IA


Job Number
26-C34


Employment Date
As soon as possible.


Job Category
Support Staff Positions


Application & Position Contact Information


Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io for information concerning the application process. Bradley Gulbranson at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.

Posting Detail Information


Salary Information


HIRING RANGE: $18.30-$20.66 per hour based on experience.
Pay Grade: 06

Job Summary


Keep buildings or portions of campuses neat, clean and sanitary for use by the college
community. Perform basic building maintenance repairs. Act on behalf of thesupervisor as directed.

Essential Functions


Perform various building cleaning tasks including but not limited to: thoroughly clean the
restrooms; clean and vacuum carpets; maintain hard surface flooring; remove all trash and recycle materials; clean chalkboards, whiteboards, ledges and erasers; clean glass; wash windows; dust furniture; clean ceiling diffusers; clean trash cans; clean walls; cleanout janitor's closets; other tasks as required or needed.

Perform mechanical, electrical and plumbing repairs.

Maintain grounds including but not limited to: snow removal; mowing; planting; fertilizing;
aeration.

Order and maintain appropriate custodial supplies from Physical Plant warehouse. Secure buildings before leaving. Provide work direction to custodians, temporary workers, work study students and community service workers as assigned.

Complete ongoing training on operation of all equipment, safety regulations, and use of new products and techniques.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications


One year of custodial experience which included operation of extractors, burnishers,auto scrubbers, and related equipment, and which included or was supplemented bysome minor building maintenance experience.
Ability to read and understand operating instructions.
Ability to periodically move equipment/furniture/supplies weighing up to 75 lbs;occasionally climb ladders; frequently bend, reach, and push.
Valid Iowa driver's license, or ability to obtain, with a satisfactory driving record.
Ability to interact effectively, courteously and impartially with varied populations.

Desired Qualifications


High school diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

Frequent:

• Horizontal push/pull of 100 lbs of force up to 10 ft
• Forward/lateral reaching
• Forward bending/trunk rotation
• Hand coordination
• Standing & Ability to be Mobile

Occasional:

• Waist to floor lift of 50 lbs
• Waist to shoulder lift of 40 lbs
• Carry of 50 lbs up to 10 ft
• Grasping of up to 50 lbs of force
• Climbing of 8-12 in
• Overhead reaching
• Sustained bending up to 1 minute
• Sitting
• Crouching/kneeling up to 1 minute

Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position.

Physical Demand Category
Medium


Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test
Prior to starting employment, all persons are required to have a post offer, pre-employment physical verifying the physical ability to perform the duties described.


Work Schedule


Monday-Friday, day hours.

Posting Date
05/29/2026


Deadline for Submitting Applications
06/08/2026


Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions to Applicants


DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or by email View email address on click.appcast.io.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting "See Resume" will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications and for salary placement of finalist(s). Please include all relevant work experience. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

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