Facility Custodian

Chicagosfoodbank; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous PTO

Parental Leave

On-site Gym

ThrivePass Benefit

Employee Referral Bonus

Job summary

Greater Chicago Food Depository in Chicago, IL is seeking a dedicated Custodian to perform interior custodial duties, waste management, and groundskeeping across the facility. The role requires physical stamina, forklift operation capability, and adherence to safety and cleanliness standards.

Shifts are day-based, Tuesday through Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. and Saturday 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m., with occasional evenings or weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent.
• Ability to operate forklift.
• Physically capable of lifting 50 pounds and standing 6–8 hours.
• Knowledge of facilities housekeeping practices.
• Ability to work in elevated and confined freezer/refrigerator environments.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• General office cleaning, floor and carpet care, and restroom/kitchen cleanup.
• General warehouse housekeeping and cleanup; assist with equipment maintenance.
• Assist with snow and ice removal and parking lot/sidewalk clearance.
• Move waste and produce to disposal areas; assist with waste hauling.
• Operate and maintain cardboard bailers and trash; oversee warehouse cleanliness.

Skills

Forklift operation

Physical ability to lift 50 lbs

Excellent communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Greater Chicago Food Depository - Chicago, IL 60632

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $21.30 - $21.30 Hourly

Job Shift: Day

General Description:

Performs tasks specific to the housekeeping needs of the organization including custodial services, waste management, and grounds keeping.

Shift Details

Tuesday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Saturday 8:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Custodial (Interior)

Perform custodial duties including:

• General office cleaning.
• Floor and carpet care cleanup and maintenance.
• Rest room and kitchen cleanup & maintenance.
• General warehouse housekeeping and cleanup.
• Assist in maintenance of facility equipment and systems, as directed.
• Assist with snow and ice removal, ensuring parking lots and sidewalks are clear.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Waste Management

Perform general waste management and cleanup duties including:

• Cleaning/washing of all two-wheel trash wood carts and plastic totes/containers daily.
• Cleanup and maintenance of waste management floor daily.
• General warehouse cleanup and housekeeping.
• Regularly run scrubber in the warehouse
• Move produce and general warehouse waste to disposal area for final disposal.
• Assist the general waste hauler in loading of open-top container or truck.
• Sort, stack, and load used pallets (brown’s, blues, totes) and waste cardboard (including wastepaper and plastic) into trailer or warehouse storage areas.
• Maintain outside (west side by maintenance shop) of the facility by assisting with cleanup around the compactor, cardboard, and pallet trailer areas.
• Operate, clean, and maintain both cardboard bailers and trash.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

QualificationsGeneral

• High school diploma/ GED equivalent.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Physically capable of lifting fifty pounds and standing six to eight hours.
• Knowledge of facilities housekeeping maintenance practices and tools.
• Ability to work in elevated and confined freezer/refrigerator environments, including times of inclement weather
• Excellent communication skills.

Custodial

• 3+ years of housekeeping and/or custodial services experience with progressive responsibilities.
• Knowledge of facilities housekeeping practices, floor care techniques, and floor care tools.

Exposure

• Typical office and warehouse environment; occasional work in refrigerator/freezer environments.
• Interacts with GCFD staff, waste hauler vendors, volunteers, and temporary workers.
• Evening and weekend hours are required.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Employer-paid life and disability insuranceEmployee Assistance Program
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution
• Generous paid time off
• Parental leave
• On-site gym
• $3,000 annual employer-paid ThrivePass lifestyle and wellness benefit program
• $250 employee referral bonus