Night Custodian Floater Trainee (Category A)

Illinois School District U-46; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois School District U-46 seeks a Custodial Category A - Custodian Floater/Trainee for night shifts. You will support daily custodial operations under supervision and help maintain clean, safe learning environments for students and staff.

Upon successful completion of 180 days of training, you will be reclassified for advancement to Category B – Custodian Floater. The role is 12 months ESSO with a starting wage of $16.66 per hour, and requires a High School Diploma and Illinois driver's

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required prior to start date.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License required prior to start date.
• 1 year experience in custodial related duties preferred.
• Ability to read and understand work orders, safety procedures, equipment manuals, and other job-related materials; communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and the public; and accurately complete required documentation.
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to operate cleaning equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily custodial duties (mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, trash removal, restocking supplies, restroom sanitation).
• Assist with deep cleaning, floor stripping and waxing, carpet cleaning, restroom maintenance, graffiti removal.
• Support daily and special event setups (furniture, cafeteria preparation/cleanup, equipment staging).
• Assist with minor facility maintenance (replace ceiling tiles, light bulbs, filters, furniture assembly, touch-up painting).
• Submit orders for supplies, track work orders, and monitor notifications for timely responses.
• Maintain on-call status for emergencies and after-hours issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Reading work orders

Basic computer knowledge

Safety procedures

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Industrial cleaning equipment

Floor scrubbers

Carpet extractors

Burnishers

Wet/dry vacuums

Job description

Illinois School District U-46 seeks a Custodial Category A - Custodian Floater/Trainee for night shifts. You will support daily custodial operations under supervision and help maintain clean, safe learning environments for students and staff.

Upon successful completion of 180 days of training, you will be reclassified for advancement to Category B – Custodian Floater. The role is 12 months ESSO with a starting wage of $16.66 per hour, and requires a High School Diploma and Illinois driver's