Night Shift Custodian

Night Shift Custodian

This Vacancy Requires:

A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or "See Resume" will not be accepted.

Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable).

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

*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.

Position Details

Job Title - Night Shift Custodian

Campus - Ankeny Campus, IA

Job Number - 27-C09

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. Josh Crannell 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.

Salary Information - HIRINGRANGE: $18.58 – $21.28 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.

Essential Functions - Thoroughly clean restrooms daily using proper specified procedures as determined by supervisor. Perform various building cleaning tasks including but not limited to: 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; clean out janitor's closets; make repairs to equipment; other tasks as required or needed. Order and maintain appropriate custodial supplies from Physical Plant warehouse. Report building maintenance problems to Physical Plant, repair items, assist students, staff and instructors, lock and secure buildings before leaving. Maintain entryways including light snow removal. Complete on-going training on operation of all equipment, safety regulations, and use of new products and techniques. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications - Ability to learn to operate extractors, burnishers, auto scrubbers, and related equipment. Ability to read and understand operating instructions. Ability to periodically move equipment/furniture/supplies weighing up to 75 pounds; occasionally climb ladders; frequently bend, reach, and push. Ability to interact effectively, courteously and impartially with varied populations.

Desired Qualifications - High school diploma or equivalent. One year of custodial experience preferably with commercial cleaning including hard surfaces and restrooms.

Physical Requirements - Maximum Frequent: Horizontal push/pull of 15 lbs of force up to 10 ft Maximum Occasional: Waist to floor lift of 50 lbs Waist to shoulder lift of 40 lbs Carry of 50 lbs up to 10 ft Frequent: Forward/lateral reaching Forward bending/trunk rotation Hand coordination Standing/Ability to be Mobile Occasional: 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 - 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM.

Posting Date - 10/26/2026

Deadline for Submitting Applications - 11/03/2026

Open Until Filled - No

Application Instructions - This Vacancy Requires: A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and or "See Resume" will not be accepted. Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant's name and degrees conferred. Scans, photos, or unofficial copies are acceptable. Official transcripts will be collected upon hire (if applicable). Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. 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. *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.

Nondiscrimination Statement:

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment) and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Executive Campus Dean's office, the Executive Academic Deans' office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Please describe your training and experience with auto scrubbers, carpet extractors, vacuums and team cleaning. (Open Ended Question)

* How did you learn about this job opening?

* Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Transcripts