Custodian

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakton College is seeking a dedicated Custodian to perform routine custodial tasks at its Des Plaines campus. This full-time role includes cleaning, maintaining facilities, and ensuring a secure environment. Ideal candidates will have prior custodial experience and the ability to perform physically demanding tasks efficiently.

Qualifications

• One year of custodial or similar experience is necessary.
• Ability to perform physical labor for extended periods is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial activities at the college.
• Maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly condition.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums and mops.

Skills

Familiarity with custodial tools and techniques

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

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Job Description:

Basic Function and Responsibility:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school campus or other assigned college facility; maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

Location: Des Plaines, IL Category: Staff Posted On: Thu May 22 2025 Job Description:

Basic Function and Responsibility:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school campus or other assigned college facility; maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general custodial tasks in a specific work area including trash removal, cleaning chalk boards, dry/wet mopping, strip/wax floors etc.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber
• Move furniture, file cabinets, desks, etc., as required.
• Set up furniture, stages, mats, etc., as required for special events.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; replenish dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Assist and work with routine tasks as directed by supervision such as moving, plumbing, and basic repair.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed.
• Perform snow removal and perform special work assignments or clean ups as directed.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.
  
  
  

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school education or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is required.
• One year of custodial experience or similar experience is necessary.
• Familiarity with methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work is required.
  
  
  

Additional Information:

Supervision Received:

General supervision is received from the Manager of Housekeeping. Functional supervision is received from the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised:

None

Physical Working Conditions:

Position will require employees to have

• the ability to stand, walk and move for extended periods of time (Often - 75% - 100%).
• the ability to detect dirt, dust, stains and marks. (Often 75% to 100%)
• the ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull, and reach in all directions (Often - 75% - 100%)
• the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. (Often 75% - 100%)
• the ability to perform moderate to strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time. (Often 75% - 100%)
• the ability to set up and operate mechanical cleaning equipment.(Occasional 50% to 75%)
• the ability to work at heights and the ability to ascend/descend ladders. (Seldom - 0% - 25%)
• Some shifts will require the use of radio communication. Employees on these shifts, using these devices, will be required to have the ability to hear and exchange information clearly.
• Job duties may be performed in hot, dusty, dirty environments. Employees may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions.
  
  
  

Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

Oakton is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, Oakton does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity.

Out-of-State Employment Defined:

Oakton College's primary location of operation is in the state of Illinois. An "out-of-state employee" is defined as an employee of Oakton College whose primary work location is outside of the state of Illinois. State taxes, employment tax, and worker's compensation provisions vary from state to state and require payroll compliance with these various rules.

Allowable States for Out-of-State Employment:

All employees must maintain their primary residence in Illinois, Indiana, or a reciprocal state with Illinois. Reciprocal states include Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Illinois has tax agreements with these reciprocal states. Employees may have their primary residence in Indiana since Indiana is adjacent to Illinois.

HOURS: Monday - Friday 10:30 pm - 7:00 am

SALARY: The hourly salary of this position is $18.64 which equates to $38,777 annualized based on Oakton's summer hours schedule.

Preemployment Physical and Background Check required

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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