Job Details

Building Services Custodian

Woodbury County offers a competitive salary of $17.81 - $22.55 hourly for this position. The job is located in Sioux City, IA, and is a full-time position.

The Building Services Custodian position is responsible for assisting with the efficient and effective accomplishment of all cleaning and security duties in the Courthouse and other designated offices in accordance with County objectives for cleanliness, image, and health.

Duties

Essential functions and responsibilities include:

• Cleans Woodbury County's buildings
• Responsible for the effective accomplishment of all designated cleaning work in the Courthouse and nearby County offices as directed by supervision
• Operates cleaning machines including carpet shampooer, waxer, and buffer
• Maintains adequate supply of paper supplies in restrooms as well as soap in dispensers
• Responsible for leaving offices and buildings properly locked and secured
• Responsible for checking offices and buildings to assure that lights are out, electric coffee pots and office machines are off, windows are closed and locked, and all areas are secure from outside intrusion
• Responsible and accountable for seeing that all papers, documents, and belongings remain undisturbed in the respective offices
• Performs a variety of other duties relative to the scope of responsibility as assigned by the Lead Custodian or designated supervisors
• Attendance is required

Required Qualifications

• Possess High School diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED)
• Basic knowledge of janitorial procedures
• The ability to learn to operate various cleaning machines
• Must be able to read/understand labels on various cleaning chemicals, etc. in English
• Physical ability to lift at least 50 pounds and to remain standing for long periods of time
• Candidate for hire must successfully pass a background check, physical examination, vision, back screen, and drug screening prior to employment

Supplemental Information

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks. A completed County Application form is required. Deadline for applications shall be: 4:30 p.m., November 3rd, 2025, or until position filled. Woodbury County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will consider reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the Employer.