Custodian I - Ames National Laboratory

Iowa State University • Ames, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ames National Laboratory, a Department of Energy (DOE) funded National Laboratory, affiliated with Iowa State University, is seeking applicants for a Custodian I. The Custodian I will perform general custodial duties including collecting recycled paper, dusting, cleaning, sweeping, mopping, emptying waste containers, checking and replacing restroom supplies, checking and replacing lights, stripping and refinishing floors, and cleaning floors with auto scrubber and auto burnisher. The duties of this position require the ability to lift, carry, and/or move up to 50lbs. occasionally, and up to 25 lbs. frequently. Frequent bending, squatting, and stooping is also required. The ability to attend required courses regarding personal protective equipment (PPE), wear and maintain PPE, and fully adhere to the requirements set forth in the Personal Protective Equipment Program is required to perform the duties of this position.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions
• Ability to lift, carry, and/or move up to 50lbs. occasionally, and up to 25 lbs. frequently
• Frequent bending, squatting, and stooping
• Ability to attend required courses regarding personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Ability to wear and maintain PPE
• Fully adhere to the requirements set forth in the Personal Protective Equipment Program
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Previous Custodial experience
• Experience operating an auto scrubber (either ride-on or walk-behind)
• Experience operating an auto burnisher
• Experience shampooing carpets and using carpet extractors
• Experience stripping, waxing and refinishing floors

Responsibilities

• Collecting recycled paper
• Dusting
• Cleaning
• Sweeping
• Mopping
• Emptying waste containers
• Checking and replacing restroom supplies
• Checking and replacing lights
• Stripping and refinishing floors
• Cleaning floors with auto scrubber and auto burnisher

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and work-life benefits
• Medical and dental
• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Various voluntary benefits and discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellbeing program
• WorkFlex options for some positions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees