Custodian

Now Hiring: Northlight Theatre is seeking Custodians for part-time hourly employment on weekends. Working under the supervision of the Facility Manager, Custodians are responsible for general custodial duties, building opening and closing procedures, light maintenance tasks, and other responsibilities within Northlight’s new theatre and office spaces in Evanston.

A full job description is available on our website at www.northlight.org/opportunities.

Northlight Theatre aspires to promote change of perspective and encourage compassion by exploring the depth of our humanity across a bold spectrum of theatrical experiences, reflecting our community to the world and the world to our community. A professional LORT D theatre located in Evanston, Illinois, programming includes a 5-play mainstage season, the Interplay new play development series, and a dynamic year-round audience engagement and education program. For more information about the theatre: www.northlight.org.

Qualifications: The Custodian must be able to follow a schedule of set tasks and coordinate with others. Additionally, an ability to read and interpret safety labels, written instructions, and diagrams is required. The position involves working nights, weekends and occasional holidays. There will be some morning/opening shifts available. This position will require crouching, stooping, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. It would be preferred (but not required) that the Custodian possess a mobile smart phone with ability to download and access maintenance related information via mobile app and company email. Experience with theatrical spaces/live venues is preferred. Facility, Custodial, Janitorial or related experience is preferred but not required. Northlight requires that all employees conduct themselves in performance and appearance acceptable to our audiences, colleagues, and Northlight’s commitment to our pursuit of excellence as outlined in our mission.

Compensation & Hours: Compensation is hourly at $18 per hour, with eligibility for overtime pay and earned paid leave. Weekend hours vary depending on facility needs; applicants must be available to work weekends.

How to Apply: As an equal opportunity employer, Northlight Theatre hires outstanding individuals into every position in the company. People who work with us have a high degree of engagement, a commitment to working effectively in teams, and a passion for the company's mission. We place the highest value on creating a safe environment where our employees can grow and contribute, and refuse to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious belief, sex, age, disability, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation. Reflecting our commitment to be an inclusive and accessible employer, we welcome applications for all open positions from a diverse applicant pool that reflects our community and programming. Qualified candidates should submit an email to [email protected]. Please include a cover letter, resume and three listed references saved as a PDF and label your files using the format [FirstName] [LastName] Resume. No phone calls please. Applications requested by 11/13/26, though they will be accepted until the job is filled.

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Available to work weekends?

Work Location: In person