Building Service Worker

Joliet Junior College; United States; On-site; USD 20,664 - 26,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Union coverage (Facility Services-SEIU

28 hours per week

Benefits per union agreement

Job summary

Joliet Junior College is seeking a Part-time Building Service Worker to help maintain clean, safe campus environments across classrooms, offices and common areas. This role operates within Buildings and Grounds and reports to the Custodial Superintendent, supporting events and routine custodial needs.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to pass a physical exam, and the strength to lift up to 50 lb. Evening shifts and open lifts to up to 30 feet may be involved.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Willingness to learn procedures and follow instructions.
• Ability to pass a physical examination.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lb.
• Able to operate open lifts to heights.
• Able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license within six months.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, washrooms, and other areas.
• Assist in moving and setting up equipment and furniture for events.
• Clear sidewalks, snow and perform seasonal custodian care.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment safely per standards.
• Report damage or hazards to Lead Custodian.
• Attend required trainings.
• Support college goals and collaborate with colleagues.

Skills

Physical ability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lifts and custodial equipment

Job description

Building Service Worker

Position Overview: Part‑time custodial position performing a wide variety of duties to maintain clean, orderly, and safe campus environments. Reports to the Custodial Superintendent and operates within Buildings and Grounds (Level1A).

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, offices, washrooms, and other areas according to required methods.
• Assist in moving and setting up equipment and furniture for events and general campus needs.
• Clear sidewalks, shovel snow, and perform related seasonal custodial care around campus exteriors.
• Participate in special projects such as carpet/fabric care, VCT care, LVT care, and window care under supervision.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment safely, adhering to JJC and OSHA standards.
• Report observed damage or safety hazards to the Lead Custodian.
• Attend training classes as required for employees.
• Support departmental and college goals and collaborate with colleagues.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Willingness to learn procedures and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to pass a physical examination.
• Courteous, dependable, and capable of working with a diverse population.
• Physical ability to lift, carry, stack, and maneuver up to 50lb.
• Able to use an open lift to reach heights of approximately 25 feet.
• Within six months of hire, obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to operate a college motor vehicle.
• Possess cultural competence and emotional intelligence for effective teamwork.
• Commitment to JJC core values: respect, inclusion, sustainability, integrity, collaboration, humor, well‑being, innovation, and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous custodial experience.
• Proficiency in English and Spanish (verbal and written).
• Demonstrated multicultural competence.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Operation of scrubbers, buffers, burnishers, vacuums, personnel lifts, and truck with power lift gate.
• Indoor and outdoor work exposed to chemicals, dust, noise, and inclement weather.
• Frequent exposure to moderate to loud noise levels.
• Willingness to use open lifts to heights of up to 30 feet.

Schedule

The position requires availability for any of the three shifts: Monday7p.m.–1:30a.m.; Tuesday7p.m.–1:30a.m.; Wednesday8p.m.–1:30a.m.; Thursday8p.m.–1:30a.m.; Friday7p.m.–1:30a.m. Shift changes are communicated with two‑weeks’ notice. A 90‑day probationary period applies.

Benefits

• Union coverage (Facility Services‑SEIU).
• Scheduled 28 hours per week.
• Eligibility for JJC benefits as outlined in the union agreement.

Equal Opportunity

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who will enhance the diversity of its staff.