Custodian - Full time Night Shift (2:45-11:15). Starting Pay $23.90/hour

ROE; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A public school district is seeking a custodian to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment. Responsibilities include general cleaning, snow removal, and ensuring the security of the facility. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in custodial services, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and safety in a school environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a custodian preferred.
• Must be able to lift/move up to 50-90 pounds.
• Demonstrates cooperativeness and helpfulness.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and maintenance tasks.
• Assist with snow removal from school areas.
• Sanitize washroom fixtures per established criteria.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Following directions in English

Maintaining effective relationships

Safe work practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Chemical cleaners

Job description

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian

Date Posted:
6/4/2025

Location:
District-wide

Date Available:
07/01/2025

District:
Kildeer Countryside CCSD 96

Maintain the grounds surrounding the school.

Meet regularly with the head custodian to coordinate janitorial and custodial services needed.

Follow and implement safe work practices and wear appropriate protective equipment.

Perform general cleaning and maintenance of the school building including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing according to established district criteria.

Assist with the removal of snow from driveways, parking lots, bus areas, sidewalks, and entrance to the school.

Maintain a supply of necessary materials and equipment needed to effectively clean the school.

Maintain the safety and security of the building and grounds, and perform the final security check of the facility at the completion of the shift.

Assume responsibility for the general fire safety of the school.

Sanitize washroom fixtures, including toilets, urinals, washbasins, fixtures, walls, partitions, and floors according to established district criteria.

Remove refuse from the building and place it in outside refuse containers.

Move and set up chairs, tables, etc., as required for special school events and daily lunch.

Interface with all levels of staff within the building, members of the school community, and others who utilize the school facility.

Perform other related duties as may be necessary and assigned by the head custodian, building principal, and director of facilities and transportation.

General Job Description:

Under the direct supervision of the head custodian, building principal, and director of facilities and transportation, the custodian's primary responsibility shall be to maintain a safe, clean, and healthy physical environment at the facility by providing custodial, janitorial, and maintenance services so that full educational use of school facilities are available to students, staff, parents, and the school community.

Qualifications: 1. High school diploma or equivalent required. 2. Two years of experience as a custodian preferred. 3. Demonstrates the ability to maintain effective and professional working relationships with students, staff, supervisors, and members of the department. 4. Some heavy lifting and physical labor are required. Must be able to lift and/or move a minimum of 50 pounds regularly and occasionally up to 90 pounds. 5. Demonstrates the ability to understand and follow directions in English. 6. Required to properly handle chemical cleaners and supplies following manufacturer's directions. 7. May be required to work during school holidays, weekends, days, evenings, and overtime during inclement weather as directed by the head custodian, building principal, and director of facilities and transportation. 8. Demonstrates cooperativeness and helpfulness. 9. Any combination of experience and education will be considered.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Maintain the grounds surrounding the school.
• Meet regularly with the head custodian to coordinate janitorial and custodial services needed.
• Follow and implement safe work practices and wear appropriate protective equipment.
• Perform general cleaning and maintenance of the school building including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and sanitizing according to established district criteria.
• Assist with the removal of snow from driveways, parking lots, bus areas, sidewalks, and entrance to the school.
• Maintain a supply of necessary materials and equipment needed to effectively clean the school.
• Maintain the safety and security of the building and grounds, and perform the final security check of the facility at the completion of the shift.
• Assume responsibility for the general fire safety of the school.
• Sanitize washroom fixtures, including toilets, urinals, washbasins, fixtures, walls, partitions, and floors according to established district criteria.
• Remove refuse from the building and place it in outside refuse containers.
• Move and set up chairs, tables, etc., as required for special school events and daily lunch.
• Interface with all levels of staff within the building, members of the school community, and others who utilize the school facility.
• Perform other related duties as may be necessary and assigned by the head custodian, building principal, and director of facilities and transportation.

Salary and Benefits: Per KESPA Contract