0.5 FTE Custodian (Part-Time)

Barrington Community Unit School District 220; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Barrington Community Unit School District 220 is looking for a Custodian to maintain the cleanliness and safety of its buildings and grounds in Barrington, Illinois.

The ideal candidate will understand instructions, operate cleaning equipment, and lift moderate to heavy loads.

Join a dedicated team and contribute to a clean, secure learning environment for students.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move moderate loads (40-60 lbs.) regularly.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using custodial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of building and grounds.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks without direct supervision.
• Report vandalism and needed repairs to the Head Custodian.

Skills

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Manual cleaning skills

Mechanical equipment understanding

Vacuuming and scrubbing proficiency

Effective communication in English

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Scrubbing machines

Cleaning agents

Job description

Job Information

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
• Date Posted: 5/14/2026
• Date Available: When Filled
• Closing Date: When Filled

Barrington Community Unit School District 220

Barrington, Illinois 60010

Position Summary

The custodian is responsible for keeping a District building and immediate building grounds clean, safe and presentable.

Qualifications

• Understands and follows simple oral and written instruction.
• Performs lifting and routine manual cleaning.
• Understands the functioning of mechanical equipment.
• Effectively operates vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines and other custodial equipment.
• Uses care in the use of custodial equipment and cleaning materials.
• Able to lift and move moderate loads (40-60 lbs.) on a regular basis and heavier loads (60-100 lbs.) on less frequent basis.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all staff and the public.
• Demonstrates proficient use of English language in written and oral forms.
• Uses/operates computer equipment related to the position.

Essential Functions

• Works to well-established standard procedures in an assigned building without immediate supervision.
• Dusts furniture, cleans, washes floors, walls and carpeting.
• Cleans washrooms, including replenishment of towels, soaps and tissue.
• Notifies the Head Custodian of any vandalism, needed repairs, equipment and supplies.
• Mows lawns or removes snow.
• Maintains building security.
• Properly uses safety equipment and procedures.
• Often moves, lifts or pushes furniture, large items, supplies, etc.
• Performs other tasks and responsibilities assigned by the supervisor.

Physical Context of the Job

The individual uses brooms, dust cloths, mops, power waxers, floor scrubbers, vacuum cleaners, waxes, cleaning agents and computer equipment. Lifting is often required, sometimes heavy, and long periods of standing or walking are normal.

Reports to: Head Custodian