Temporary Custodian I - Custodial Services

Friendsofkerhonkson; Cedar Falls (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Northern Iowa is seeking a custodian to perform routine custodial duties across campus buildings. The role requires basic reading and following directions, with duties including cleaning, trash and recycling, light bulb changes, and reporting repairs as needed.

Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm for a temporary position capped at 1040 hours per fiscal year. Background checks apply; apply online via UNI Works and email inquiries to [e-mail]

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and follow directions.
• Prior cleaning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial duties necessary for general maintenance of buildings.
• Carry, lift and bend as part of cleaning tasks.
• Empty trash and recycling; change light bulbs using a stepladder.
• Shovel snow and spread ice melt to maintain entrances.
• Report needed repairs with repair slips and fill order forms for supplies.

Skills

Ability to read, write, and followdire

Prior cleaning experience

Job description

If you are a current University of Northern Iowa employee and would like to apply for this position, login to UNI Works and type “Find Jobs” in the search bar to view and apply for open positions.Full Consideration Date:9/29/2026Job Description:Under direct supervision, performs custodial duties necessary for the general maintenance of buildings which involve tasks that require carrying, lifting, bending; empties trash and recycling; changes light bulbs in assigned areas using stepladder; shovels snow and spreads ice melt to maintain building entrances; reports needed repairs by completing repair slips; fills out order forms for requesting cleaning materials, supplies, etc.; locks and unlocks doors; operates machines to facilitate cleaning activities; and performs other related duties as assigned. This is a temporary position with a work schedule of Monday - Friday, 5:00 am to 1:30 pm. Temporary positions are limited to 1040 hours per fiscal year.Minimum Eligibility Requirements:Ability to read, write, and follow directions. Prior cleaning experience preferred.Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. A resume and cover letter are not required for this position but can be attached when applying. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email [e-mail] or call 319-273-2422.Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/.If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at [e-mail] or call [phone].All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law.Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614.Welcome MessageThe University of Northern Iowa is hiring!Our continued success depends on hiring the most talented people we can. Please explore our current open positions and apply to those you feel best suit you, track your progress in the selection process, and continue to view new postings that may be of interest to you.Thank you for your interest in employment at UNI!About UsThe University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,400 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the \"Best Midwest Universities\" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres.Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.