Custodian - Part Time, Nights and Weekends - Seasonal

Plfdparks; Plainfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,025 - 29,945; Part time

Job summary

A local park district is seeking a Custodian to maintain the cleanliness of the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center. Responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing facilities, preparing buildings for daily use, and assisting with event setups as needed. Candidates must have a high school diploma and be at least 18 years old. Attention to detail and knowledge of industrial cleaning equipment are essential. This is a seasonal position offering $18.50 per hour until June 2026.

Qualifications

• Detail oriented with a strong ability to follow directions.
• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment.
• Minimum age of 18 required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center.
• Ensure building is prepared for the next day by cleaning and sanitizing.
• Assist with event set-up and maintenance as needed.

Skills

Customer service standards

Attention to detail

Ability to follow directions

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial cleaning equipment

Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE:

Under the supervision of the Recreation Manager of Facilities and Aquatics, the Custodian is directly responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the Prairie Activity & Recreation Center.

This position pays $18.50 per hour - Seasonal position until June 2026

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demonstrates, supports, and enforces park district customer service standards; exercises professional judgment and displays initiative within established policies and regulations
• Ensure building is prepared for the next day by taking out trash, tidying furniture and dusting surfaces
• Clean up after accidents or illnesses
• Maintain cleaning tools, equipment, and materials in proper condition
• Wash and wipe down windows and walls
• Uses a variety of cleaning equipment and materials to maintain floors
• Clean and sanitize restroom facilities
• Replenish disposable supplies
• Collecting and taking out trash and recycling
• Report to the Recreation Manager of Facilities and Aquatics an repairs and supplies needed
• On occasion may be required to assist with facility grounds, including but not limited to snow removal
• Assist with event set-up, tear down and maintenance when needed.
• Maintain all records, reports, and checklists as requested.
• Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.
• Performs any additional related tasks as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum Age 18.
• Knowledge of use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and agents
• Ability to follow direction and work independently.
• Detail orientated