What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at Des Moines Area Community College?
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
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 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
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. 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.
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Custodian
Campus
Ankeny Campus, IA
Job Number
26-C21
Employment Date
As soon as possible.
Job Category
Support Staff Positions
Application & Position Contact Information
Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Joshua Crannell at (515) 964-6677 or jjcrannell@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Information
HIRING RANGE: $17.55-$19.81 per hour based on experience.
Pay Grade: 05
Pay Grade: 05
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. Cover buildings when other staff are off.
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.
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.
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
Monday-Friday, day hours.
Posting Date
12/22/2025
Deadline for Submitting Applications
01/14/2026
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 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
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. 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.
Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/14238
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement
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 https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html.
ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu.
Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695, FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.
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 https://www.dmacc.edu/hr/index.html.
ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S. Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu.
Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582, Telephone: (303) 844-5695, FAX: (303) 844-4303, TDD 800-877-8339, Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov.
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?
- DMACC Employee Referral
- Friend/Relative
- really.com
- TeachIowa.gov
- HigherEdJobs
- CareerBuilder
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- Iowa Workforce Development
- DMACC Website
- DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
- Other
- * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
- Yes
- No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Transcript 2
- Transcript 3
Salary : $18 - $20