Department Summary:

We are in search of a capable and service minded individual to assist leading a team of amazing custodians (Facility Maintainers). Drake University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverage, flexible spending account, retirement plan options and generous time off. Drake University also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees, their partners/spouses and dependents children through our tuition waiver program.

Job Summary:

Under direct or indirect supervision of a department supervisor or Facility Maintainer I, performs a variety of cleaning activities designed to maintain the University in an orderly, sanitary, safe and attractive condition. May be assigned responsibility for a major building, or specified areas of several buildings.

Minimum Qualifications:

- High School graduate or equivalent.
- Ability to read and communicate in writing using the English language.
- Ability to follow instructions.
- Ability to consistently meet the department work schedule as designated.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Ability to train new employees.
- Valid Iowa Driver's License, good driving record and insurable by Drake University.

Job Duties:

• 40% - Perform cleaning activities including vacuuming, dust mopping, and mopping offices, classrooms, stairwells, student rooms, restrooms, and hallways.
• 20% - Clean and disinfect areas using germicidal cleaning solutions, including washing furnishings, tile, fixtures, and equipment. 
• 10% - Polish sinks, tubs, drinking fountains, toilets, mirrors, and similar apparatus.
• 10% - Spot wash walls, light switches, and telephones; wash or clean windows and door glass. 
• 5% - Maintain cleanliness by keeping all debris in the area picked up. 
• 5% - Recognize and report problems to Facility Maintainer I or Custodial Supervisor.
• 5% - Maintain supply inventory for designated areas and prepare supply requests and usage reports. 
• 5% - Other duties as assigned.

Salary and Benefits:

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts. If you are exploring a job with Drake University, we invite you to spend a little time with our Drake Benefits Guide 2026. One of our popular policies provides a tuition waiver for Drake employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents. Drake also participates in not one, but two tuition exchange programs available to dependent children. Tuition Benefits