Custodian

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois; Joliet, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dayforce Wallet on-demand pay

Competitive salary

Advancement opportunities

Comprehensive benefits for FT

Paid training

Flexible hours

Job summary

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois is hiring for a full-time janitorial role in Joliet, IL. You will keep facilities clean and safe, manage basic maintenance, and support events as needed. Dayforce Wallet provides on-demand pay, with opportunities for advancement and a robust benefits package.

The team seeks reliable, detail-oriented individuals with custodial experience and good communication. Valid license and transportation are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Background check clearance required.
• 1–2 years custodial experience.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Strong organization and PC skills including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors.
• Remove clutter, dust furniture and surfaces.
• Clean windows and mirrors.
• Replace light bulbs and perform minor repairs.
• Dispose of trash and recyclables properly.
• Replenish restroom supplies and maintain facilities.
• Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Collaborate professionally with clients and staff.

Skills

Custodial experience

Clear communication

Reliable transportation

Valid driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits and Perks:

LSSI is growing! Come be a part of this rewarding environment, and enjoy the knowledge that you’re helping make a positive difference in the lives of others, as well as these career advantages:

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.
• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure.
• Salary $16/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• The paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Sweep, mop, and/or vacuum floors.
• Remove clutter and dust furniture and surfaces.
• Clean windows and mirrors.
• Make minor repairs including but not limited to replacing light bulbs.
• Ensure proper disposal of trash, rubbish, and refuse including emptying recycle bins.
• Replenish restroom supplies.
• Maintain cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individual in a dignified, respectful, honest and fair manner.

• Complete minor maintenance related to appliances and/or grounds as needed.
• Assist with set up and/or breakdown of events as needed.
• Respond to all incoming correspondence and questions in a timely manner; including but not limited to inquiries received via email, telephone, text message, and fax.
• Ensure reasonable measures are taken to protect confidential and/or sensitive information as well as ensuring the security of all LSSI systems is maintained.
• Responsible for completing all required training assignments as well as complying with the related organizational, administrative, and programmatic policies.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Background check clearance required.
• One (1) to two (2) years of custodial (or janitorial) experience required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in
• writing.
• Excellent organization and pc/computer skills, including experience using Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) along with other related software.
• Access to reliable transportation required.
• Valid driver's license, in good standing for the state of residency preferred.
• Valid IL statutory minimum liability insurance coverage, bodily injury and property damage preferred.