Clubhouse Custodian

Bgcncil; Elgin (IL); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois seeks a Custodian to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming South Elgin Clubhouse for youth programming and staff operations.

You will perform daily cleaning, sanitation, minor upkeep, and event setup, with travel between two sites as needed. The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and reliable, detail‑oriented work across various spaces.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a background check and fingerprinting.
• Reliable transportation to travel to South Elgin Clubhouse.
• Willingness to perform cleaning and custodial duties.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively across two sites.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and safety standards.
• Flexibility to occasionally travel between locations as required.
• Ability to perform physical tasks throughout facilities, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Prior custodial, janitorial, or facilities support experience preferred.
• Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment a plus.
• Experience operating an electric floor buffer a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of clubhouse interiors including common areas, restrooms, classrooms, gymnasiums, hallways, and entryways.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean all assigned areas according to established schedules and standards.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and high-touch surfaces throughout each shift.
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and replace liners as needed.
• Ensure cleaning products and equipment are used safely and stored properly.
• Clean and maintain building exteriors including entrances, walkways, and exterior-facing surfaces as assigned.
• Weekly cleaning and vacuuming of fleet vehicles.
• Complete basic upkeep tasks such as replacing light bulbs, wiping down surfaces, and supporting minor repairs as directed.
• Monitor supply levels and notify the Facilities & Fleet Coordinator when cleaning materials need to be replenished.
• Report facility damage, safety concerns, or maintenance issues to the Coordinator promptly.
• Support setup and breakdown of spaces for programming, events, or special activities as directed.
• Ensure facilities are clean, safe, and in compliance with safety standards at all times.
• Complete additional cleaning or facility tasks as assigned by the Facilities & Fleet Coordinator.
• Occasional travel for other job-related tasks as needed using cargo van provided by BGCNCIL.

Skills

Cleaning

Time management

Independent work

Safety standards

Background check

Physical fitness

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Job Overview:

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming environment for Boys & Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois' South Elgin Clubhouse. This role performs daily cleaning and sanitation routines, basic facility & fleet upkeep, and ensures spaces are consistently prepared for youth programming and staff operations. The Custodian reports to the Facilities & Fleet Coordinator.

Key Responsibilities:

Cleaning & Sanitation:

• Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of clubhouse interiors including common areas, restrooms, classrooms, gymnasiums, hallways, and entryways
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean all assigned areas according to established schedules and standards
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and high-touch surfaces throughout each shift
• Empty trash and recycling receptacles and replace liners as needed
• Ensure cleaning products and equipment are used safely and stored properly
• Clean and maintain building exteriors including entrances, walkways, and exterior-facing surfaces as assigned
• Weekly cleaning & vacuuming of fleet vehicles

Facility Upkeep:

• Complete basic upkeep tasks such as replacing light bulbs, wiping down surfaces, and supporting minor repairs as directed
• Monitor supply levels and notify the Facilities & Fleet Coordinator when cleaning materials need to be replenished
• Report facility damage, safety concerns, or maintenance issues to the Coordinator promptly
• Support setup and breakdown of spaces for programming, events, or special activities as directed
• Ensure facilities are clean, safe, and in compliance with safety standards at all times

Additional Responsibilities:

• Complete additional cleaning or facility tasks as assigned by the Facilities & Fleet Coordinator

Travel

• Occasional travel for other job-related tasks as needed using cargo van provided by BGCNCIL.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Ability to pass a background check and fingerprinting
• Reliable transportation to travel to South Elgin Clubhouse
• Willingness to perform cleaning and custodial duties
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively across two sites
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to cleanliness and safety standards
• Flexibility to occasionally travel between locations as required
• Ability to perform physical tasks throughout facilities, stand for extended periods, and lift up to 50 pounds
• Prior custodial, janitorial, or facilities support experience preferred
• Familiarity with commercial cleaning equipment and products a plus
• Experience operating an electric floor buffer a plus