Laborer, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Building Maintenance

Laborer

Des Moines Public School District FACILITY MANAGEMENT - Des Moines, Iowa Open in Google Maps

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Job : 5642294

Final date to receive applications: Jun 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Apr 13, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: CRFT

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $30.15 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff >
Maintenance

Days: 260 Days Hours: 8 Hour Days

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

FT/PT: Full Time

Bargaining Group: TRADES

• Minimum of four (4) years combined experience in like positions.
• CDL Class B and airbrake required or willingness to obtain within 90 days.
• Valid Driver's License with a driving record that aligns with the District's motor vehicle record requirement while employed.
• Ability to meet the requirements to wear a respirator.
• Ability to give attention to detail when performing assigned tasks.
• Be able to pass pulmonary function test.
• Willingness to work variable shifts, not limited to emergencies, special projects and inclement weather.
• Be on call 24 hours for emergency situations.

• Pesticide applicators certification (Will recieve additional compensation for current certification)
• Ability to read blue prints and calculate materials.
• Successful completion of 40 hours asbestos Contractor/Supervisor training.

This position provides labor to assist the operations department in a variety of tasks, some of which are listed as part of essential functions below. This position requires continuous use of independent judgment. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the operations department.

• Carry out all the policies and procedures set forth by the Facility Services.
• Provide prompt, courteous, and excellent service.
• Work under the direction of the labor foreman.
• Provide labor to repair grounds, repair/install fences, etc.
• Assist in installation and repair of playground equipment.
• Trim/remove trees and plants on district property.
• Operate heavy equipment, including but not limited to skid loader, dump truck and front end loader.
• Remove snow using truck with plow.
• Perform small engine work.
• Pour and finish concrete.
• Perform blacktop work, fertilize and seed ground, maintain ball fields, lays sod, move furniture, install/maintain signs, and haul trash.
• Perform metal fabrication including but not limited to stick/mig welding, plasma cutting and basic fabrication skills.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing with the English language.
• Complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.

• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
• Assist with other duties as may be assigned.

Constant standing. Frequent walking, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, climbing/stairs. Constant lifting up to 100 lbs and occasional carrying up to 20 ft. Occasional use of telephone and computer.

Frequent inside, outside, and exposure to extremes of temperature/humidity.

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check. Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.

• At least 4 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

• Brenda Boten , Human Resources Coordinator
• HUMAN RESOURCES
• Des Moines, Iowa 50309
• Email: brenda.boten