Custodian - Oakton College

For 50years, Oakton Community College has been the setting where thousands begin or continue their college or career studies. Educating people of all ages, from all walks of life and from more than 40 nations, Oakton focuses on improving the quality of life for everyone who enters its doors.

We offer:

• Continuing education
• Great benefits
• Paid winter break
• FRIDAYS OFF during the summer

Job Description:

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school campus or other assigned college facility; maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

• Perform general custodial tasks in a specific work area including trash removal, cleaning chalk boards, dry/wet mopping, strip/wax floors etc.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber
• Set up furniture, stages, mats, etc., as required for special events.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; replenish dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Assist and work with routine tasks as directed by supervision such as moving, plumbing, and basic repair.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed.
• Perform snow removal and perform special work assignments or clean ups as directed.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High school education or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is required.
• One year of custodial experience or similar experience is necessary.
• Familiarity with methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work is required.

General supervision is received from the Manager of Housekeeping. Functional supervision is received from the Housekeeping Supervisor.

None

• The ability to stand, walk and move for extended periods of time (often 75% - 100%).
• The ability to detect dirt, dust, stains and marks (often 75% to 100%).
• The ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull, and reach in all directions (often 75% - 100%).
• The ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. (often 75% - 100%).
• The ability to perform moderate to strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time (often 75% - 100%).
• The ability to set up and operate mechanical cleaning equipment (occasional 50% to 75%).
• The ability to work at heights and the ability to ascend/descend ladders (seldom 0% - 25%).
• Some shifts may require radio communication; employees on these shifts must be able to hear and exchange information clearly.
• Job duties may be performed in hot, dusty, dirty environments and may involve exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions.

Hours: Monday-Wednesday 5:30pm-2:00am;
Saturday-Sunday 9:00am-5:30pm;
Thursday and Friday OFF

Salary: $38,777

Preemployment Physical and Background Check required

Note: Below is the link in regards to Oakton's benefits: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./

Application Instructions:

For further details, visit our website ton.edu and select the Employment link to view Employment Opportunities.

Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of at least three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your application.

Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, we seek a broad spectrum of candidates, including minorities, veterans, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

Oakton is committed to maintaining an environment free from harassment and discrimination for all and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (gender), sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, and reprisal or any other protected status. Further, Oakton does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any educational, employment, or extracurricular activity.

Oakton College conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law and in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Rights Conviction Record Protection Act of March 2021.

Posted positions may be removed from the Oakton website without notice when it is determined that no additional applicants are required.

Oakton is accessible by public transportation.

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