3rd Shift School Custodian – Clean & Safe Facilities

Sylvania; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3rd shift stipend

Job summary

Sylvania seeks a Custodian for Highland Park High School on the 3rd shift: 10:30pm–6:30am, Sunday–Thursday. This non-exempt role maintains a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment by performing routine custodial duties and monitoring facility conditions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, good communication, independence, and the ability to work with limited supervision. Reports to Building Manager and may assist in summer shifts and minor maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of custodial experience preferred.
• Experience maintaining professional working relationships with students, staff, supervisors, and school community members.
• Proficient in the proper handling of chemical cleaners and supplies, adhering to manufacturer's instructions.
• Works independently.
• Demonstrates a cooperative and helpful demeanor.
• Highly professional language and demeanor.
• Positive attitude and spirit of collaboration.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Must be able to work safely in a pool environment.
• Ability to understand and follow directions in English.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and preserves designated spaces, equipment, etc. in the building.
• Maintains building and grounds security in the building each school day.
• Restocks disposable items and provides head custodian with inventory usage and data.
• Assist the visiting public, utilizing the facilities with directions within the building and in obtaining and setting up needed equipment.
• During the summer months, this position will work 1st shift 6:30am - 3:00pm
• Required to participate in the annual state-required professional development classes.
• Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
• Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
• Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
• Unlocks doors, ensuring doors are locked after cleaning areas.
• Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels; for positions within on-campus residence halls, responsible for reporting concerns related to on-campus residents.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Participate in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.
• Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
• May provide vendors with access to areas for cleaning and may answer basic questions.
• May assist or perform snow removal activities and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Independence

Professional demeanor

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Timekeeping software

Job description

Sylvania seeks a Custodian for Highland Park High School on the 3rd shift: 10:30pm–6:30am, Sunday–Thursday. This non-exempt role maintains a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment by performing routine custodial duties and monitoring facility conditions.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, good communication, independence, and the ability to work with limited supervision. Reports to Building Manager and may assist in summer shifts and minor maintenance tasks.