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Dallas County
Custodian
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What they do
A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.
$33,788 / year median in Iowa
+6% projected growth
Job Description
This position's hours are Monday - Friday, 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM. This position performs manual and custodial duties to assist in the maintenance and upkeep of county buildings and grounds. Sweep, mop, scrub, strip, wax, and polish floors in hallways, lobbies, offices, etc. Wash sinks, mirrors, shelves, windows, walls, and blinds. Disinfect high touch surfaces such as handrails, counters, drinking fountains, doorknobs, etc. Clean and sanitize restrooms and replace supplies. Dust and wash furniture and fixtures. Help move furniture and other heavy objects. Prepare rooms for meetings as requested. Vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets. Empty wastebaskets/ashtrays. Carry out and properly dispose of garbage / trash. Collect, sort, and dispose of recyclable materials in appropriate location. Perform routine maintenance on cleaning equipment. Notify supervisor of inventory and maintenance needs. Occasionally perform routine grounds work, including picking up trash and shoveling snow. Secure and open facilities as needed. Participate in training and work-related meetings as requested. Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, and safety practices. Attend work regularly at the designated place and time. Performs related duties.