Custodian - Second Shift (12 Month)

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115 • Lake Forest, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Lake Forest High School District 115 is seeking a Second Shift Custodian (12 Month). The Custodian provides custodial services to ensure safe, healthy and enjoyable spaces for all Lake Forest High School District students, staff, and visitors.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to obtain a valid Non-CDL License for the purpose of transporting students
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills and positive problem solving attitude
• Comfortable and pleasant demeanor in busy environments
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work with speed, attention to detail, consistency, and organization
• Ability to work harmoniously, cooperatively, and effectively with all stakeholders
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

• Custodial experience in a K-12 environment

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, scrubs, and refinishes floors; cleans, dusts and polishes furniture; washes windows and walls; cleans restrooms; disposes of rubbish, changes lights, etc.; makes certain all areas of the building and assigned work area are kept in a clean, sanitary and orderly condition according to industry and/or district standards
• Picks up litter within the schools and on school grounds
• Cleans the cafeteria after student lunches or events
• Assures safety during inclement weather by shoveling, salting, and providing slip protection on wet floors
• Applies cleaning chemicals according to established safety procedures
• Adheres to safety measures for cleaning, lifting, moving, and operating equipment
• Performs minor repair and maintenance as authorized by Maintenance Supervisor
• Removes extraneous dirt/markings from interior and exterior vertical/horizontal surfaces (walls, doors, etc.)
• Advises Maintenance Supervisor on matters relating to mechanical equipment and/or building maintenance
• Performs painting to walls, rails, playgrounds and other areas of the school
• Keeps all equipment in a good state of repair and cleanliness
• Performs event set up, tear down and clean up
• Delivers (with district vehicle) mail (twice per day), food, and supplies to all district buildings
• Provides transportation for district employees to and from train depot
• Shovels and salt sidewalks and entrances, as needed (winter hours vary based on building needs, including weekends)
• Maintains inventory and requests cleaning supplies and materials
• Transport students using district vehicle as needed
• Performs other job related duties as assigned by direct supervisor
• Adheres to Board of Education policies and procedures
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor at all times

Benefits

• Personal, Vacation, and Sick Day Leave provided
• Reimbursement - up to $1300 annually for tuition reimbursement
• Insurance - 100% district paid Single HMO Health (other options also available)
• Retirement - IMRF (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund) - the district pays the full district premium, employees pay the 4.5% employee contribution

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED