Sub Custodian

Oak Park Elementary District 97; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a dedicated Sub Custodian to maintain the cleanliness and safety of school facilities. This role involves a variety of tasks, from cleaning classrooms and hallways to performing grounds-keeping duties. The ideal candidate will possess strong human relations skills and the physical ability to handle demanding tasks. Join a supportive environment where your contributions help create a welcoming atmosphere for students, staff, and visitors. If you are committed to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning equipment and techniques is essential.
• Ability to lift and carry over 50 pounds is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness by checking and securing the building.

Skills

Cleaning Equipment Knowledge

Human Relations Skills

Physical Strength

Fluency in English

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Cleaning Supplies

Job description

Openings as of 1/24/2025

We are only accepting applications for the jobs listed below.

Sub Custodian JobID: 2247

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial
• Date Posted: 1/21/2025
• Location: Oak Park Elementary School District 97

Shifts:
Mid Shift (11:00 am – 7:00 pm, Monday - Friday)
Night Shift (2:30 pm – 10:30 pm or 3 pm - 11 pm, Monday - Friday)
*Location / Hours can vary and may be changed at any given time

Department: Buildings & Grounds
Reports To: Senior Director of Buildings & Grounds
Compensation: $18.90 hour
Work Year: 12 months

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the direct supervision of the Senior Director of Buildings & Grounds and Engineer at school level, performs general cleaning and maintenance in school buildings; maintains equipment in functional condition; and provides cleaning and custodial assistance to students, teachers, visitors and others as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Checks and secures building at beginning and end of shift for the purpose of ensuring the safety and cleanliness of the building.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, cafeterias, restrooms, offices, stairways, and other areas of building according to school district standards.
• Sweeps, mops, buffs, strips, and waxes floors.
• Cleans rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and blinds.
• Washes and dusts walls, ceilings, woodwork, windows, doors, and sills.
• Removes graffiti, cleans glass areas.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Sets up and breaks down chairs, tables and equipment in meeting rooms, and functional rooms.
• Clears snow from entrances and walks, and spreads sand and ice melting chemicals.
• Performs grounds-keeping duties, clears debris and maintains grounds as needed.
• Receives deliveries and assists in unloading trucks and storing supplies.
• Delivers supplies and materials to classrooms, bathrooms and other areas of the building.
• Empties wastebaskets; picks up and removes trash and assists in recycling program.
• Reasonable knowledge of cleaning equipment and techniques.
• Fluency in reading, speaking, and interpreting English.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull over 50 pounds.
• Possess good human relations skills.
• Can understand and be willing to perform directions provided orally and in writing.
• Assists parents and other visitors to school buildings with special events and programs.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
• Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Internal and external candidates must apply online. No hard copy applications will be accepted.

Postings current as of 1/24/2025 11:45:30 AM CST.