Facility Maintainer II
- Facilities Planning & Management
- Staff, full-time (32+ hours per week)
Title: Facility Maintainer II
Position Number: 998008
Unit/Department: Facilities Planning & Management
FTE: 100%
Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications of the selected candidate
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
Special Instructions to Applicants:
For consideration, you must apply online. Please include a resume and cover letter.
If you have any questions about this job positing or the application process, please email tammy.eltayb@drake.edu .
Review of Applications Begins:
A review of applications will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.
For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.
ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.
All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.
STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: jobs@drake.edu) and let us know how we can assist you.
