Job Description
University of Iowa Health Care seeks a custodian to maintain safe, clean environments for patients, guests, and staff in centres Environmental Services at the North Liberty Campus. Duties include general cleaning such as trash removal and surface dusting, with emphasis on restroom disinfection and equipment care. Wall and ceiling washing uses ladders and cloths, while furniture moves involve setups for meetings. The 1st Shift covers Monday to Friday from 7:30 am to 4 pm, ensuring hygienic spaces via approved protocols. Bloodborne pathogen exposure risk exists from waste handling.
University of Iowa Health Care serves as Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. More than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers dedicate efforts to quality health care. Centres North Liberty Campus delivers comprehensive orthopedic and support services, fostering superior experiences.
Custodians remove trash using bins and liners, stock carts with supplies like paper towels and soap. They clean restrooms with brushes, rags, and sanitizers, vacuum carpets and mop floors with detergents. Bedmaking involves linens and pillows, wall/ceiling washing addresses stains. Equipment for moves includes dollies and carts. Tasks vary, potentially involving powered vacuums or scrubbers. A challenge is balancing multiple areas during peak cleaning times with public contact.
The 50% schedule offers Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 4 pm on campus. Hourly pay is $17.31. Benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, health insurance options, dental and life coverage, disability provision, generous retirement contributions, and well-being resources at North Liberty location. The role builds a career in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Perform general cleaning and trash removal
- Stock supplies for cart and custodial area
- Clean and disinfect restrooms and refill dispensers
- Dust, vacuum, sweep, and damp mop hard surface floors
- Perform carpet cleaning
- Conduct unit/bed making, wall and ceiling washing, furniture moves and room setups
- Use various types of custodial equipment
- Complete other tasks and duties as assigned
Requirements
- Ability to read, write, and follow directions
- Resume required