Maintenance Worker 2

State of Iowa • Des Moines - 50319 - Polk County, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a dependable and service-focused Maintenance Worker 2 to join our Grounds and Building Team at the State Capitol Complex. In this role, you will help maintain safe, functional, and welcoming buildings and outdoor spaces for employees, visitors, and the public. Your work will include grounds maintenance, custodial services, equipment operation, event support, deliveries, snow removal, and general facility maintenance.

Requirements

• Takes pride in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming facilities.
• Is dependable, organized, and responsive to changing priorities.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Is comfortable performing physical and outdoor work in changing weather conditions.
• Can safely operate vehicles, tools, and grounds- and facility-maintenance equipment.
• Provides helpful and professional service when responding to requests.
• Is willing to complete required professional and safety training.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Two years of full-time work experience in semi-skilled grounds keeping, maintenance, or equipment operation.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes twelve months of full-time work as a Maintenance Worker 1.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) if required for the position.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Class B Commercial Driver's License and/or commercial applicators 30T certification.
• Designated positions in this class require possession of a valid Commercial Learner's Permit upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Capitol Complex grounds: Mow, trim, edge, prune, weed, spray, and mulch landscaped areas and flower beds. Operate equipment such as mowers, weed trimmers, pruners, tractors, skid loaders, end loaders, and other grounds-maintenance equipment. Install and remove landscaping materials, concrete, signs, and posts. Help keep sidewalks, entrances, grounds, and other public areas clean, attractive, and safe.
• Support building and facility operations: Clean and maintain offices, restrooms, conference and training rooms, stairwells, elevators, kitchenettes, storage areas, and other shared spaces. Dust, clean, and polish furniture, railings, counters, shelving, fixtures, ledges, and other surfaces. Clean and sanitize sinks, mirrors, partitions, and restroom and kitchenette fixtures. Restock paper and plastic products and properly remove and dispose of waste. Make minor repairs to furniture, restroom fixtures, custodial equipment, and other facility items. Replace light bulbs and perform safety and security checks, documenting and reporting concerns when needed.
• Operate and maintain vehicles and equipment: Operate flatbed trucks, forklifts, tractors, snowplows, sanders, small bulldozers, and other vehicles and equipment. Use hand and power tools such as drills, saws, post-hole diggers, measuring and cutting tools, welding equipment, jackhammers, and cement mixers. Perform routine servicing and minor repairs to vehicles, tools, and equipment. Maintain vehicle logs and complete maintenance and damage reports. Keep tools, equipment, and work areas clean, organized, and in good operating condition.
• Respond to service and work requests: Receive, enter, prioritize, complete, and close work requests submitted in person, by phone or email, or through the work-order system. Respond based on the urgency of each request and work toward completing requests within 24 hours whenever possible. Complete assignments throughout the State Capitol Complex and at the State Laboratories Facility as operational needs require. Move furniture, equipment, supplies, mail, cargo, and other materials between facilities.
• Assist with events and seasonal needs: Reserve, deliver, set up, and remove tables, chairs, and other event equipment. Help prepare spaces before events and assist with cleanup afterward. Respond to snow, ice, severe weather, and other facility emergencies. Operate snow-removal equipment and apply sand or ice melt to sidewalks, stairs, entrances, and other areas to maintain safe access.

Benefits

• The Department of Administrative Services (DAS) supports the people, facilities, and operations that keep Iowa state government working.
• As a member of the Capitol Complex Grounds and Building Team, you will perform meaningful, visible work that helps create a safe and welcoming environment for state employees, visitors, and Iowans from across the state.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed