Full-time Maintenance Custodian

olparks; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF Pension

Paid Time Off

Employee discounts at park district &1

Free use of fitness facilities

Monthly Healthy Living Club Meetings

Job summary

Oak Lawn Park District is hiring for a full-time Maintenance Custodian. This IMRF-eligible role maintains the Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center and supports daily operations with cleaning and light maintenance.

The schedule runs 2:00-10:00pm Tue-Fri and daytime hours on Saturdays, with potential minor shift adjustments at hire. Essential duties include cleaning, restocking, reporting repairs, and assisting with setup for events.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or equivalent required.
• Some custodial experience preferred.
• Knowledge of household and commercial appliances, cleaning supplies and tools.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must have decision making skills.
• Must be able to take initiative with tasks.
• Communication skills.
• Must be able to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Order all maintenance supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Cleans and washes floors, walls and windows.
• Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies.
• Empties waste and other trash.
• Move and clean weight room machines and equipment.
• Change light bulbs and fuses, including lights on tennis courts with use of powered lift.
• Acts as watchman when necessary.
• Submits reports of work performed.
• Set up and take down of wallyball nets, tables and chairs.
• Clean all play courts and surrounding areas.
• Report need for building or equipment repairs.
• Wash windows, chairs, counter tops, woodwork, carpet, walls.
• Perform special maintenance tasks/projects as needed.

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

NOW HIRING:

MAINTENANCE CUSTODIAN

The Full-Time Maintenance position is a full time IMRF eligible position. The position is responsible for maintaining and cleaning the inside and outside property of the Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center. The work schedule for this position is 2:00-10:00pm Tuesday through Friday and day time hours on Saturdays. There may be flexibility for slight shift in hours upon hire.

BENEFITS

The Oak Lawn Park District is committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. Some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Care
• Pension Plan (IMRF)
• Paid-Time Off (Vacation, Sick-time, Holidays)
• Employee discounts at park district facilities and for programs- free use of all fitness facilities for employees
• Monthly Healthy Living Club Meetings- provide staff an opportunity to try different forms of recreational activities at no cost.

*The Oak Lawn Park District is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Personnel Department.

ABOUT US

The Oak Lawn Park District, incorporated in 1944, has a long and proud history of serving the recreational needs of our 56,000 residents with a myriad of recreational programs and services. We operate under the state tax cap as a municipal corporation, meaning we are our own taxing body. Overseen by a Board of five elected officials, the District manages a combination of 34 parks and facilities which cover over 280 acres. In addition, we manage a Special Recreation Cooperative that offers recreational programs and services to individuals with disabilities in 9 municipalities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Some custodial experience preferred
• Knowledge of household and commercial appliances, cleaning supplies and tools
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work independently
• Must have decision making skills
• Must be able to take initiative with tasks
• Communication skills
• Must be able to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:

Facility Manager

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Order all maintenance supplies and equipment as necessary.
• Cleans and washes floors, walls and windows
• Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies
• Empties waste and other trash
• Move and clean weight room machines and equipment
• Change light bulbs and fuses, including lights on tennis courts with use of powered lift.
• Acts as watchman when necessary
• Submits reports of work performed
• Set up and take down of wallyball nets, tables and chairs
• Clean all play courts and surrounding areas
• Report need for building or equipment repairs
• Wash windows, chairs, counter tops, woodwork, carpet, walls
• Perform special maintenance tasks/projects as needed.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Must work closely with others.
• Must work around general public and patrons of the facility.
• Will be exposed to chemicals such as cleaning supplies, weed killers, oil.
• Must be able to follow directions from supervisor.
• Must be able to use good safety awareness and judgment at all times.
• Resolve issues and problems with good judgment and in best interests
• Report damaged and hazardous materials or situations

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be able to work 40 hours per week
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Must be able to stand, move and perform labor activities for long periods of time

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be able to work alone or in crowded areas
• Able to multi-task and prioritize tasks
• Must be able to communicate with staff and patrons in a friendly professional manner
• Able to use good judgment in the absence of supervision
• Must be able to use good common sense and safety when using tools and performing work

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Work may be performed indoors or outdoors in cold or hot temperatures
• Work may be repetitive such as painting, vacuuming.
• May be exposed to hazardous materials such as paint fumes, cleaning fumes and chemicals all of which should be handle responsibly and with care

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be able to follow instructions and give instructions to part time maintenance
• Able to communicate verbally and in writing