Custodian

City of Moline, IL; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Moline, IL is seeking a Custodian to maintain clean, safe, and welcoming City facilities for staff and the public. You will perform routine cleaning, restock supplies, and support daily operations while upholding safety standards.

As a lead worker, you’ll guide custodial staff and ensure high-quality work across restrooms, offices, and common areas. Dependability and attention to detail are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of three (3) years custodial cleaning experience preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License or ability to obtain one as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine custodial and cleaning duties to maintain City buildings in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and shower facilities, including restocking supplies.
• Sweep, mop, wax, buff, and maintain floors; vacuum and clean carpets.
• Remove trash, recyclables, and other waste materials and dispose of them properly.
• Clean walls, windows, glass partitions, light fixtures, furniture, and woodwork.
• Perform minor painting, spot patching, and touch-up work as needed.
• Maintain building security by locking and unlocking facilities according to established schedules.
• Pick up litter, sweep sidewalks, and shovel snow as required.
• Operate and maintain custodial and floor care equipment safely and effectively.
• Record supply usage and report needs to the senior custodian or supervisor
• Deliver packages, move furniture and equipment, and assist with general setup tasks
• Raise and lower flags in accordance with City procedures
• Act as lead worker when assigned, providing work direction to custodial staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Custodial cleaning

Safety procedures

Equipment operation

Communication

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3+ years custodial experience

Job description

Non-Negotiable Starting Pay: $21.8537 Hourly / $45,445.70 Annually

Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Who Are We?

The City of Moline is a welcoming, hardworking community located along the Mississippi River in the heart of the Quad Cities. With a population of just over 42,000, Moline offers the perfect mix of small-town feel and big-city convenience.

As a full-service city, we are here to provide great services, support local growth, and make Moline a great place to live, work, and visit. We're proud of our team and the work we do to keep our city running smoothly.

When you join the City of Moline, you become part of a group that values making a difference in the community. We're all about doing good work and helping each other succeed.

How You'll Contribute

As a Custodian, you'll play an important role in maintaining clean, safe, and welcoming City facilities for employees and the public. Through consistent, detail-oriented cleaning and building maintenance, you'll help ensure restrooms, offices, common areas, and grounds are sanitary, secure, and well maintained. You'll use proper equipment, supplies, and safety practices to preserve City buildings and support daily operations, while taking pride in dependable, high-quality work. When serving as a lead worker, you'll provide clear direction and support to other custodial staff, contributing to a positive and efficient team environment. Your professionalism, respect for confidentiality, and strong work ethic help reflect the City's commitment to well-maintained public spaces and community pride.

• Perform routine custodial and cleaning duties to maintain City buildings in a clean, safe, and sanitary condition
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and shower facilities, including restocking supplies
• Sweep, mop, wax, buff, and maintain floors; vacuum and clean carpets
• Remove trash, recyclables, and other waste materials and dispose of them properly
• Clean walls, windows, glass partitions, light fixtures, furniture, and woodwork
• Perform minor painting, spot patching, and touch-up work as needed
• Maintain building security by locking and unlocking facilities according to established schedules
• Pick up litter, sweep sidewalks, and shovel snow as required
• Operate and maintain custodial and floor care equipment safely and effectively
• Record supply usage and report needs to the senior custodian or supervisor
• Deliver packages, move furniture and equipment, and assist with general setup tasks
• Raise and lower flags in accordance with City procedures
• Act as lead worker when assigned, providing work direction to custodial staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of standard building cleaning practices, supplies, and custodial equipment
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions related to custodial work
• Skill in operating floor care and cleaning equipment, including scrubbers, burnishers, and carpet extractors
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately and efficiently
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding materials, information, and situations encountered on the job
• Ability to perform routine custodial tasks with thoroughness, consistency, and attention to detail
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, and the public
• Dependability and reliability in meeting work schedules and assigned responsibilities

Education & Experience

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to the following:
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Minimum of three (3) years of building or custodial cleaning experience preferred
• An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be considered
• Valid Illinois driver's license or the ability to obtain one as required for the position

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Illinois Driver’s License or equivalent

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands or fingers to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; and. occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

AFSCME employees shall live within a 20-mile radius from the City's Emergency Center, located at 1630 8th Avenue in Moline, within 180 days of hire.

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