JANITOR I PART-TIME (DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) - LAGRANGE PARK, IL- SEIU 73

Cook County Government; Fleet; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established government entity is seeking a dedicated Janitor I to join their Facilities Management team on a part-time basis. This role involves performing essential custodial tasks across various county buildings, ensuring cleanliness and maintenance of the facilities. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate the ability to handle physically demanding tasks, including lifting and moving heavy objects. Join a supportive work environment where your contributions directly impact the community's well-being and cleanliness. If you have a strong work ethic and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial tasks including scrubbing, waxing, and polishing floors.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms and common areas.

Skills

Physically demanding tasks

Ability to use cleaning equipment

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Brooms

Mops

Electrically powered cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Description - JANITOR I PART-TIME (DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT) - LAGRANGE PARK, IL- SEIU 73 (00136068)

Job Posting

Requisition ID: 00136068

Job Posting Date: Feb 7, 2025, 7:53:08 PM

Closing Date: Feb 22, 2025, 5:59:00 AM

Part-time Shift: Start Time: 8:00 A.M., End Time: 12:00 P.M.

Organization

Offices Under the President

Work Locations

Fleet Management, 901 26th Street, Cook County Offices

Job Summary

Performs custodial tasks in designated county buildings and institutional facilities on a part-time basis. Tasks involve considerable moving and lifting of heavy objects or materials, climbing and reaching, and possibly working outside in the maintenance of building surroundings. Responsibilities include:

1. Scrubbing, waxing, and polishing floors using electrically powered equipment.
2. Sweeping and hand mopping corridors.
3. Washing walls and windows.
4. Vacuuming rugs and dusting furniture.
5. Cleaning and sanitizing bathrooms.
6. Loading, unloading, and moving furniture, material, and equipment.
7. Carrying out refuse, shoveling snow, sweeping parking lots, and performing other manual tasks related to maintenance of buildings and grounds.
8. Arranging chairs, platforms, and other equipment for various assemblies, conferences, and meetings.
9. Performing other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) certification is required.

This position is considered a safety-sensitive position. Candidates selected for safety-sensitive positions must pass a required drug test as part of the pre-employment background check process.

Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Willingness to work at multiple facilities within the County.
• Ability to use brooms, mops, and other hand cleaning equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including but not limited to moving and lifting furniture, equipment, and refuse.
• Ability to function independently in meeting high standards of cleanliness in an assigned building area.
• Proficiency in the care of assigned tools and materials, economical use of all soaps, powders, waxes, and other custodial supplies.
• Ability to follow oral/written instructions and learn simple repetitive tasks.
• Ability to exercise safety and care in cleaning to avoid injuries, breakage, or destruction of property.
• This position requires various types of physical exertion including but not limited to walking, standing for considerable lengths of time, lifting, pulling, pushing, squatting, and moving objects of moderate to heavy weight.

Physical Requirements

Very Heavy work involves exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen, and medical examination.

EEO Statement

Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law.

NOTE: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.