Custodian

Location: Des Plaines, IL Category: Staff Job Type: Full Time Staff Posted On: Thu Sep 10 2026 Job Description: Basic Function and Responsibility: Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform routine custodial activities at an assigned school campus or other assigned college facility; maintain buildings and surrounding areas in a clean, orderly and secure condition.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform general custodial tasks in a specific work area including trash removal, cleaning chalk boards, dry/wet mopping, strip/wax floors etc.
• Operate custodial equipment such as vacuums, mops, small hand and power tools, buffer/scrubber
• Move furniture, file cabinets, desks, etc., as required.
• Set up furniture, stages, mats, etc., as required for special events.
• Clean and disinfect drinking fountains and restroom facilities including sinks, toilets and urinals; replenish dispensers with towels, soap, toilet paper and other items; clean mirrors, tile and windows.
• Assist and work with routine tasks as directed by supervision such as moving, plumbing, and basic repair.
• Report safety, sanitary and fire hazards to appropriate authority; report need for maintenance repairs; respond to emergency custodial requests as needed.
• Perform snow removal and perform special work assignments or clean ups as directed.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Supervision Received: General supervision is received from the Manager of Housekeeping. Functional supervision is received from the Housekeeping Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised: None

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:

• High school education or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is required.
• One year of custodial experience or similar experience is necessary.
• Familiarity with methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in custodial work is required.

Physical Working Conditions:

• Position will require employees to have the ability to stand, walk and move for extended periods of time (Often - 75% - 100%).
• the ability to detect dirt, dust, stains and marks. (Often 75% to 100%)
• the ability to bend, twist, stoop, kneel, crawl, push, pull, and reach in all directions (Often - 75% - 100%)
• the ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. (Often 75% - 100%)
• the ability to perform moderate to strenuous physical labor for extended periods of time. (Often 75% - 100%)
• the ability to set up and operate mechanical cleaning equipment. (Occasional 50% to 75%)
• the ability to work at heights and the ability to ascend/descend ladders. (Seldom - 0% - 25%)
• Some shifts will require the use of radio communication. Employees on these shifts, and using these devices, will be required to have the ability to hear and exchange information clearly.
• Job duties may be performed in hot, dusty, dirty environments. Employees may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions.

Additional Information: HOUS: Monday - Friday 10:30 pm - 7:00 am SALARY: The hourly salary of this position is $19.59 which equates to $39,456 annualized based on Oakton's summer hours Based on the needs of the college and with Administrator approval, some positions at the college may have a hybrid schedule option available after 30 working days.

For information regarding employment eligibility, please visit our employment at Oakton web page. Equal Opportunity Employer