Custodian (Flexible Schedule)

Thornton Fractional High School District 215; Lansing (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Fractional High School District 215 is seeking a full-time custodial staff member to perform cleaning and security duties across school facilities. The role requires standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and following established safety protocols.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean, safe areas, adhering to cleaning schedules, and reporting issues to the supervisor. Prior experience in custodial work and the ability to work varied shifts are preferred.

Qualifications

• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to read and explain basic operating instructions.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Exhibits a cheerful and customer-service oriented attitude to all staff and student personnel.
• Keeps assigned areas clean and orderly at all times.
• Follows cleaning schedules provided, being mindful of quality, efficiency, frequency, and safety.
• Notifies immediate supervisor of any facilities issues requiring attention.
• In the course of normal duties, inspects facilities to ensure for safety and security by performing such tasks as locking doors and windows after operating hours.
• Works in compliance with established safety procedures.
• Works additional areas, as required, in the absence of fellow custodians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical ability

Lifts 50 lbs

Teamwork

Read instructions

Detail oriented

Shift flexibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor cleaning equipment

Snow removal equipment

Chemical handling

Job description

Job/FLSA Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Reports to: Custodial Supervisor or Building Foreman

Position summary: Performs custodial services, including cleaning and securing school premises, to facilitate the learning process.

Position Responsibilities

• Exhibits a cheerful and customer-service oriented attitude to all staff and student personnel.
• Keeps assigned areas clean and orderly at all times.
• Follows cleaning schedules provided, being mindful of quality, efficiency, frequency, and safety.
• Notifies immediate supervisor of any facilities issues requiring attention.
• In the course of normal duties, inspects facilities to ensure for safety and security by performing such tasks as locking doors and windows after operating hours.
• Works in compliance with established safety procedures.
• Works additional areas, as required, in the absence of fellow custodians.
• Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills And Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Possesses a basic understanding of the chemicals, work processes, and equipment used in cleaning schedules.
• Ability to read and explain basic operating instructions
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to operate professional floor cleaning equipment and snow removal equipment
• Available to work various shifts as required
• Detail-oriented

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

• Experience working in a high school setting
• Custodial experience preferred

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment

• Physical demands: While performing duties of this job, employee is frequently required to stand; walk; stoop; kneel; crouch; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb ladders and/or balance. Employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal to moderate.

Terms Of Employment

• 12-month work year;
• Starting wage is $23.00-$24.15/hour based on education and verified experience
• IMRF pension
• 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
• Sick, personal, and vacation days
• 15+ paid holidays
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current AFT/IFT Local #943 Agreement
• Annual performance evaluation in accordance with the current AFT/IFT Local #943 Agreement and Board policy.