Custodian Jobs in Phoenix, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years of custodial experience, including deep cleaning and floor care.
• Dependable and flexible as well as possessing the ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Excellent internal, external customer service skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills verbally and written, including the ability to communicate with all levels of management.
• Certificate of Fitness (S95)
• OSHA certification
• Ability and aptitude to carry out a schedule of maintenance plan.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Must be proficient in Outlook.
• Ability & flexibility to work at multiple sites as needed, work occasional overtime, and offer flexibility regarding scheduling work time.
• Ability to handle cleaning chemicals & solvents daily.

Responsibilities

• Perform deep cleaning of floors, carpets, restrooms, kitchens, and high-touch surfaces using appropriate equipment and chemicals.
• Strip, wax, and buff floors; shampoo carpets; and clean upholstery as scheduled.
• Conduct periodic sanitization and disinfection of common areas, including break rooms, meeting spaces, and high-traffic zones.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment such as floor scrubbers, extractors, and pressure washers.
• Respond to special cleaning requests and emergency situations promptly.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning supplies and report replenishment needs.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards and company safety protocols.
• Assist with training and mentoring custodial staff when assigned to different facilities.
• Travel between locations as scheduled, maintaining reliability and punctuality.
• Generate and deliver monthly and quarterly reports on key cleaning performance indicators, such as average time to close work orders and the volume and types of requests received.
• Identify trends to improve efficiency, reduce response time, minimize the number of recurring cleaning issues, and enhance overall service delivery.
• Advise the Facility Manager on staffing, supply needs, subcontractor use, and equipment upgrades to meet operational goals and improve service outcomes.

Benefits

• Three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from
• Housing Works covers most of the plan
• Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year.
• Educational benefit for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and text books.