at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Category:
Staff
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Department:
Facilities
Locations:
Des Plaines, IL
Posted:
Mar 22, 2024
Closes:
May 10, 2024 - 11:59 PM EDT
Type:
Full Time Staff
Position ID:
173899
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About Oakton College :
For 50 years, Oakton Community College has been the setting where thousands begin or continue their college or career studies. Educating people of all ages, from all walks of life and from more than 40 nations, Oakton focuses on improving the quality of life for everyone who enters its doors.
We offer:
Continuing education
Great benefits
Paid winter break
FRIDAYS OFF during the summer
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.
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.
Additional Information:
Supervision Received:
General supervision is received from the Manager of Housekeeping. Functional supervision is received from the Housekeeping Supervisor.
Supervision Exercised:
None
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, 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.
HOURS: Sunday 9:00am-5:30pm; Monday-Wednesday 5:30pm-2:00am; Saturday 7:00am- 3:30pm
Thursday and Friday OFF
SALARY: $37,557
Preemployment Physical and Background Check required
Out-of-State Employment Defined
Oakton College's primary location of operation is in the state of Illinois. An "out-of-state employee" is defined as an employee of Oakton College whose primary work location is outside of the state of Illinois. State taxes, employment tax, and worker's compensation provisions vary from state to state and require payroll compliance with these various rules.
Allowable States for Out-of-State Employment
All employees must maintain their primary residence in Illinois, Indiana, or a reciprocal state with Illinois. Reciprocal states include Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Illinois has tax agreements with these reciprocal states. Employees may have their primary residence in Indiana since Indiana is adjacent to Illinois.
Application Instructions:
For further details, visit our website at www.oakton.edu and select the Employment link to view Employment Opportunities.
Please be sure to have a current resume, cover letter, and list of, at least, three (3) professional references with contact information prepared to submit with your... For full info follow application link.
Oakton Community College is an equal opportunity employer