JANITOR

Janitor

Downers Grove, IL

Pay Rate COE: $18.00 PH

Two (2) FT Position Available:

TWO- Monday – Friday from 5:00 pm – 1:30 am

Two (2) PT Position Available:

Monday - Friday from 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English is required.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may vary by account, and facility needs may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Cleaning & Sanitation

• Clean and maintain assigned classrooms, offices, hallways, stairways, cafeterias, common areas, and other facility spaces.
• Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, and otherwise clean floors using appropriate methods and equipment.
• Vacuum carpets and perform spot cleaning, carpet shampooing, and extraction as assigned.
• Dust and clean furniture, blinds, fixtures, surfaces, and other interior areas.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms, including toilets, sinks, stalls, fixtures, mirrors, and other surfaces.
• Restock restroom supplies, including soap, paper products, and other necessary materials.
• Clean interior and exterior windows, glass partitions, mirrors, and other glass surfaces as assigned.
• Clean and sanitize frequently touched surfaces and areas as appropriate.
• Empty and properly dispose of trash and recycling and replace liners as needed.
• Maintain assigned areas in a clean, orderly, and presentable condition throughout the shift.

Facility Maintenance & Inspections

• Conduct routine inspections of assigned areas to identify cleanliness, maintenance, safety, or security concerns.
• Promptly report building repairs, maintenance needs, damage, safety hazards, or other concerns to the supervisor or manager.
• Assist with minor facility tasks as assigned, such as replacing light bulbs, tightening fixtures, touch-up painting, or similar basic tasks within the scope of the position.
• Follow established procedures for the proper use, storage, and handling of cleaning chemicals and custodial equipment.
• Safely operate custodial equipment, including vacuums, floor machines, buffers, scrubbers, carpet-cleaning equipment, and other equipment as required.
• Follow manufacturer instructions and facility procedures to prevent damage to buildings, furnishings, equipment, and surfaces.

Supplies & Equipment

• Monitor janitorial, restroom, and cleaning supplies and notify management when supplies are low or additional materials are needed.
• Maintain an organized and sanitary supply and equipment storage area.
• Properly clean, maintain, and store custodial equipment after use.
• Assist with inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment as assigned.

Grounds, Events & General Facility Support

• Keep entrances, walkways, and other assigned exterior areas free of trash, debris, leaves, snow, and other hazards as needed.
• Assist with snow and ice removal or the application of approved snow-melting materials as assigned.
• Assist with preparing rooms and common areas for meetings, events, activities, or other facility functions, including arranging furniture and equipment.
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness before, during, and after events as needed.
• Monitor assigned areas and report unusual activity, security concerns, or unauthorized access to management.
• Secure assigned areas and lock doors at the end of the shift when required by facility procedures.
• Support emergency procedures, drills, evacuations, or other facility protocols as directed.
• Perform other cleaning, custodial, and facility-support duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bilingual Spanish/English proficiency is required.
• Previous janitorial, custodial, commercial cleaning, or related experience required; experience in schools, universities, healthcare, commercial buildings, or other large facilities is preferred.
• Knowledge of general cleaning practices, sanitation procedures, cleaning products, and custodial equipment.
• Ability to safely operate common custodial equipment and machinery.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions, safety procedures, and facility-specific requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary facilities.
• Dependable, responsible, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with supervisors, coworkers, and facility personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively with management and coworkers in English and Spanish.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities, facility needs, schedules, and assigned duties.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, push, pull, and lift.
• Ability to safely lift and carry up to 75 pounds, as required by the assignment.
• Ability to work around cleaning chemicals, dust, noise, and other typical custodial working conditions while following all required safety procedures.
• Ability to work various shifts, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or other schedules as required by the assigned account.
• May be required to work indoors and outdoors depending on facility and weather conditions.

Benefits Available to Eligible Employees

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Referral Program

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by account and may be modified, added to, or removed by management as operational needs change.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider qualified applicants without regard to legally protected characteristics in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

EXTERNALLY POSTED POSITION.