Park District Lead Custodian

Oak Brook Park District•Oak Brook, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Park District Lead Custodian is a working supervisor responsible for managing the operations of the custodial maintenance staff at any of the Park District facilities. This role requires a motivated and detail-oriented individual who takes pride in maintaining clean and tidy spaces. The Lead Custodian will communicate regularly with the Facility Manager, assist with supply ordering, implement environmentally friendly cleaning products, and prepare weekly work schedules for the custodial staff. A key part of this role is maintaining the physical condition and high degree of cleanliness of all park district facilities, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, washing surfaces, and trash removal. The position also involves setting up and breaking down programming spaces, which may include lifting and arranging furniture and equipment. Exceptional customer service skills, adherence to safety initiatives, and a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equity are essential.

Requirements

Minimum age of 21.
One year of experience in custodial services is required.
A valid Illinois Driver's License is required.
CPR/AED certification is required (training will be provided by the Park District).

Nice To Haves

A high school degree is preferred.
Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Communicate with the Facility Manager regularly on Park District matters.
Keep the Facility Manager informed of any required facility or equipment in need of repair.
Assist with ordering and monitoring of all janitorial supplies.
Work with vendors to ensure the price and quality of cleaning products are maximized.
Implement the use of environmentally friendly cleaning products when available.
Prepare a weekly work schedule for direct report custodial staff.
Ensure that work shifts are adequately covered and additional work shifts are distributed appropriately.
Perform annual evaluations for direct report custodial staff.
Maintain the physical condition of all facilities with a high degree of cleanliness.
Clean and maintain all park district facilities, including sweeping and mopping hard surface floors; vacuuming carpets; washing walls, windows, counter tops, appliances and fixtures; and trash removal.
Learn and operate cleaning equipment, including scrubbers, carpet cleaners, and power washing equipment.
Set up and/or breakdown programming space as required by facility and recreational staff, including lifting and arranging chairs, tables, equipment, and supplies.
Demonstrate exceptional customer service skills in all communications.
Support the District’s safety initiative, including adhering to policies and procedures, performing the job in a safe manner, attending required training, seeking additional training as needed, training and coaching staff, promptly investigating and reporting accidents/incidents, and proactively addressing hazards in the workplace.
Focus on welcoming diversity, encouraging inclusion, and creating equity for all.
Perform any duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Facilities, the Deputy Director, or the Executive Director.