Custodian - Oakton College

Oakton College; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakton College in Des Plaines, IL is seeking a full-time staff Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety across campus facilities. Under supervision, you will perform routine custodial tasks and operate general cleaning equipment to uphold a clean, orderly environment.

Responsibilities include trash removal, floor care (mopping, stripping, waxing), chalkboard cleaning, and other duties as assigned. You will help ensure secure facilities and a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff.

Qualifications

• Perform routine custodial activities under supervision.
• Maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly condition.

Responsibilities

• General custodial tasks in assigned area: trash removal, chalkboard cleaning, dry/wet mopping, strip/wax floors.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops.

Skills

Custodial tasks

Cleaning

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Location: Des Plaines, IL Category: Staff Job Type: Full Time Staff Posted On: Thu Sep 10 2026

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... more...