Building Service Leader - Stroger

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and SEIU. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants.

DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services
LOCATION: Stroger Hospital
SHIFT: 11:00pm – 7:00am
PAY RANGE: $28,520 – $30,192
Starting salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submission. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement.

Under direct supervision, performs routine cleaning and maintenance duties in an assigned area within the hospital. Performs related duties as assigned.

• Cleans and maintains assigned areas, removing trash, dusting, mopping, and wet mopping floors; strips, waxes, and buffs floors as assigned to Floor Tech Team.
• Spot washes walls, beds, cabinets, and window sills.
• Maintains equipment and inventory supplies.
• Leads a floor care team for major/minor projects.
• Maintains all vacuum cleaners and small equipment.
• Assigns work assignments in the absence of a supervisor.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED is required (must provide proof at time of interview).
• Minimum of four (4) years of housekeeping experience within an institution.
• Minimum of three (3) years as a team lead in housekeeping operations.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds.

• Knowledge and proficiency in operating or using sanitation and maintenance equipment such as buffers, strippers, and cleaning and waxing materials.
• Ability to read and write English to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to organize and schedule work so that it can be completed within the allocated time.
• Ability to work effectively with co‑workers, Department of Correction staff, and patients.
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, pulling, and pushing; ability to lift 40 pounds.

This position functions within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department‑specific safety requirements, including personal protective equipment, hand washing and sanitizing practices, engineering and work‑practice controls, and other safety precautions as specified by hospital‑wide policy and departmental procedures.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Potential qualification for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).

• Preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than six months of continuous service.
• To qualify, a Veteran must: meet the minimum qualifications for the position; identify themselves as a Veteran on the application by answering “yes” to the question “Are you a Military Veteran?”; and attach a copy of their DD‑214, DD‑215, or NGB‑22 at the time of application filing.
• If multiple DD‑214/215/NGB‑22 documents exist, submit the one with the latest date.
• Veteran Preference is not available if items are not attached.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.