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Custodian - 1st Shift

Loras College
Dubuque, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/15/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2031

Department: Custodial

Job Status: Full-Time; 1.0 FTE (2,080 hrs/yr)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Custodial Supervisor

Work Schedule: 5:00am-1:30pm with 1/2 hour lunch

Amount of Travel Required: 0%

Ability to work weekends and evenings if necessary.

 

Positions Supervised: None

 

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for cleaning and maintaining the building, equipment, fixtures, and furnishings. Performs routine custodial work including vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors; dusting; washing walls, doors, and windows; and emptying trash. Performs minor preventative maintenance and minor repairs to equipment used. Assists maintenance personnel as needed. Reports major repair and maintenance needs.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Essential Functions Statement(s)

  • Given that the College is a diocesan Catholic college, will carry out your functions of your position in support of the College's Catholic Identity, mission and in support of Church teachings.
  • Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and waxes floors.
  • Washes and dusts walls, tables, doors, light fixtures, vending machines and windows.
  • Cleans and disinfects toilets, urinals, showers, tile floors, and other fixtures.
  • Fills soap, toilet paper, and towel dispensers regularly.
  • Empties trash containers as needed. Maintains waste receptacles and ensures that they are clean.
  • Picks up litter (inside and outside) as necessary.
  • Completes snow removal as needed as this is an essential employee position.
  • Sets up rooms and areas for meetings and activities.
  • Assists college personnel and service providers as needed.
  • Keeps administration informed of area activities, any significant problems, and maintenance concerns.
  • Attends and participates in meetings as required.
  • Completes required paperwork and checklists of area cleaning and maintenance.
  • Assists in maintaining facility security, keeping doors locked, monitoring unauthorized visitors.
  • Supports the mission and vision of the College and respects the College's Catholic tradition.
  • Performs related duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

  • Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
  • Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Adaptability – Ability to adapt his or her way of working or thinking in response to changing workplace conditions.
  • Communication, Oral – Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
  • Energetic - Ability to work at a sustained pace and produce quality work.
  • Friendly - Ability to exhibit a cheerful demeanor toward others.
  • Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
  • Persistence - Ability to complete tasks or continue in a course of action in spite of opposition or discouragement.
  • Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
  • Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
  • Time Management – Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

 

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED).

 

Experience: Previous cleaning/janitorial experience required.

 

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Other Requirements: Basic ability to operate/learn personal computer. Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques and maintenance procedures. Understanding of related safety and OSHA requirements. Attentive to detail. Able to follow directions and work well independently. Able to use basic cleaning tools, including vacuums, mops, brooms, etc. Basic interpersonal (written and oral) communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical Demands

Lift/Carry

Stand

C (Constantly)

Walk

C (Constantly)

Sit

O (Occasionally)

Handling / Fingering

C (Constantly)

Reach Outward

C (Constantly)

Reach Above Shoulder

C (Constantly)

Climb

F (Frequently)

Crawl

N (Not Applicable)

Squat or Kneel

F (Frequently)

Bend

C (Constantly)

 

10 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

11-20 lbs

F (Frequently)

21-50 lbs

F (Frequently)

51-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

Over 100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

 

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less

F (Frequently)

13-25 lbs

F (Frequently)

26-40 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

41-100 lbs

N (Not Applicable)

 

 

N (Not Applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this occupation.

O (Occasionally)

Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5 hrs/day)

F (Frequently)

Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5 hrs/day)

C (Constantly)

Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs/day)

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works both inside and outside. Subject to weather.

 

The College has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the College reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the College may deem appropriate.

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