The Division of Student Life: University Housing & Dining is seeking a Temporary Custodian I for Custodial Services. Under direct supervision, the Temporary Custodian performs a variety of tasks including trash removal; housecleaning and moving furniture.  Locations of assignments will be in multiple buildings and can change often. 

DUTIES TO INCLUDE:

• Cleaning/sanitizing student rooms and public spaces in all residence halls
• Trash removal; inside and outside of building
• Floor work including vacuuming and scrubbing
• Service to horizontal and vertical surfaces including glass, walls, ceilings and light fixtures
• Bed Configurations, moving furniture, load/unload trucks
• Use of commercial custodial equipment
• Professional communication with students, staff, co-workers and visitors
• Position includes labor intensive work including lifting, pushing and pulling

POSITION BASICS:

Hourly Rate: $16.97/hour 

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday

Hours: Typically working 8 hour shifts between 7:30 am and 4:00 pm

Shift: First shift

Additional Hours: Occasional additional hours may be offer to cover peak periods of operational needs.

Additional Information: Summer temporary position. All candidates must attend orientation on June 4th, 2025. No paid time off or benefits are included in this position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Successful candidates will be subject to a criminal background check

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Ability to read, write, and follow directions
• Must be able to perform heavy physical labor and stand for long periods of time
• Must be able to move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to climb a ladder up to 12 feet
• Must be able to work in heat, humidity, and dust
• Must be able to work with cleaning chemicals
• Good attendance and reliability
• Provide a high level of communication

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.