Facilities Lead Custodian | Day Shift

North Boone Community Unit School District 200; Poplar Grove Township (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

North Boone Community Unit School District 200 at North Boone High School is seeking a Senior Custodian to oversee custodial operations and lead daily staff activities. The position runs 5:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., 260 days per year, with medical, dental, and vision coverage and IMRF pension.

The successful candidate will perform basic maintenance, manage work orders, supervise staff, and ensure clean, welcoming spaces for students and staff, while supporting events and district priorities.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in custodial or facilities work preferred
• Ability to perform basic cleaning and minor maintenance tasks
• Ability to lead, develop and direct custodial staff
• Ability to prioritise work and stay organized
• Ability to communicate clearly with staff and administration
• Ability to use email and the work order system to receive, update, and complete assigned work
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision

Responsibilities

• Monitor building systems and report issues through work order system
• Perform basic maintenance tasks (lights, filters, and minor fixes defined as quick, low-risk tasks that can be completed in under 30 minutes)
• Complete assigned work orders, provide updates, and close out tasks in the system
• Maintain consistent cleaning standards across all areas
• Ensure public-facing spaces are clean, presentable, and welcoming
• Support events with efficient setup and teardown
• Direct the daily work of custodial staff assigned to the high school and provide guidance district-wide as needed
• Serve as primary contact for custodial operations during the Director of Facilities' absence
• Assist the Director of Facilities with onboarding and training new custodial employees
• Maintain entrances, sidewalks, and immediate exterior areas
• Support seasonal needs (snow and ice removal, basic upkeep)
• Submit and track work orders
• Manage supplies and inventory
• Communicate building needs to Director of Facilities
• Provide support at other district facilities as needed
• Adjust schedule or location based on district priorities
• Perform all other duties as assigned
• Assist with district-wide custodial coordination, special projects, supply management and building inspections

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Work orders

Facility maintenance

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Work order system

Email

Job description

North Boone Community Unit School District 200 at North Boone High School is seeking a Senior Custodian to oversee custodial operations and lead daily staff activities. The position runs 5:30 A.M. to 2:00 P.M., 260 days per year, with medical, dental, and vision coverage and IMRF pension.

The successful candidate will perform basic maintenance, manage work orders, supervise staff, and ensure clean, welcoming spaces for students and staff, while supporting events and district priorities.