Custodian Jobs in Phoenix, IL

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have skills, knowledge, and abilities pertaining to principles, procedures, and methods used in general building custodial/cleaning activities and minor maintenance activities, along with knowledge of cleaning tools, implements, chemicals, and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to promote positive and productive working relations with custodial workers, maintenance personnel, building staff, students, and the public.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure all areas of responsibility are maintained and cleaned to the district standards.
• Demonstrated ownership, organizational abilities, and ability to work well independently.
• Ability to deal with difficult, stressful people and situations in a positive manner.
• Must possess general knowledge of computers, carpentry, painting, and landscaping.
• Ability to perform basic reading, writing, and arithmetic, and follow written and oral communications.
• Must be in good physical health, capable of standing and walking without restrictions, continuously carrying 0-24 pounds and lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds.
• Must have a pleasant, cooperative personality to communicate and work well with students, staff, and the community.
• Must be willing to acquire specialized training for a thorough understanding of installed systems.
• A favorable report of a state and national fingerprinting background check is mandatory.
• Provide eligibility and verification of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning the internal and external structure
• Performing routine building maintenance
• Maintaining the school building in a condition of safe operating excellence that meets the district's maximum safety, health, and cleanliness standard.