Maintenance​/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  or by email jobs.

* 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.

Job Title
Maintenance/Custodian

West Campus/West Des Moines, IA

27-C06

As soon as possible.

Support Staff Positions

Human Resources at  or jobs for information concerning the application process. Chad Osegera at  or cmosegera for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.

HIRING RANGE : $18.58-$21.28 per hour based on experience.
Pay Grade: 06

Keep buildings or portions of campuses neat, clean and sanitary for use by the college community. Perform mechanical, electrical and plumbing repairs. Act on behalf of the supervisor as directed.

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; clean out 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.

One year of custodial experience which included operation of extractors, burnishers, auto scrubbers, and related equipment, and which included or was supplemented by some 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.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Frequent:

• Horizontal push/pull of 100 lbs of force up to 10 ft
• Forward/lateral reaching
• 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
• Crouching/kneeling up to 1 minute

Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case‑case basis and determined by the essential…