Custodian - Evening

Openings as of 5/18/2026
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Openings as of 5/18/2026

Custodian - Evening JobID: 5351

• Position Type:
  Custodial/Maintenance
  
  
• Date Posted:
  3/4/2026
  
  
• Location:
  Dawes Elementary School
  
  
• Date Available:
  ASAP
  
  
• Closing Date:
  Until Filled
  
  

The job of Custodian - General is done for the purpose/s of providing custodial services at assigned site; ensuring an attractive, sanitary and safe environment for students, staff and visitors; performing a variety of special cleaning operations; and assisting in preparing facilities for classroom activities and campus events.

This job reports to Head Custodian.

Essential Functions

• Assists in lunchrooms with recycling and other sustainable (green) efforts for the purpose of maintaining
  a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Assists with site snow removal for the purpose of ensuring access and safety.
• Attends unit meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information
  required to perform job functions.
• Cleans assigned facilities and/or grounds (e.g. classrooms, offices, gym, restrooms, multipurpose
  rooms, pools, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary, safe and attractive environment.
• Delivers a variety of items (e.g. supplies, mail, packages, furniture, etc.) for the purpose of distributing
  materials to the appropriate parties within site.
• Performs summer maintenance (e.g. strip/wax floors, moves furniture, painting, etc.) for the purpose of
  completing and/or facilitating summer construction.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective
  functioning of the Maintenance Department.
• Prepares site for daily operations (e.g. opening gates, raising flags, sweeping walkway, etc.) for the
  purpose of ensuring facilities are operational and hazard free.
• Replenishes classroom and rest room supplies (e.g. paper towels, soap, etc.) for the purpose of
  ensuring adequate quantities for daily use.
• Responds to immediate safety and/or operational concerns (e.g. facilitydamage, vandalism, alarms,
  etc.) for the purpose of taking appropriate action or notifying appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Secures facilities and grounds (e.g. doors, gates, alarms, lights, etc.) for the purpose of minimizing
  property damage, equipment loss and/or potential liability.
• Supports other site maintenance staff (e.g. grounds, trades, etc.) for the purpose of completing site
  custodial activities.

Experience: Job related experience is desired.

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Valid and unrestricted IL Driver's License

Compensation and Benefits:
$38,005.33 (prorated based upon start date)

Custodial and Maintenance Salary Schedule Class A - Step 0

Benefits Include:

• Medical and dental insurance
• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension plan
• Life Insurance and long term disability
• Flexible benefits plan
• Sick, personal and vacation days
• Direct deposit
• Employee assistance program

Application Procedure:
Internal and external applicants should apply online at www.district65.net
Selection Process:
Interviews will be scheduled for selected qualified applicants.

Attachment(s):

• General Custodian (1).pdf