JOBS

The Forest Preserve of DuPage County seeks a Custodian. The Custodian position’s role is to keep assigned facilities clean, safe, and well-maintained for the use of district staff and patrons. This includes cleaning and minor maintenance/repairs of buildings and equipment using proper methods, materials, tools, and equipment. Starting Pay: $19.92 – $22.00 per hour. They offer an outstanding and affordable benefit package including: Medical, dental, and life insurance; Vacation, paid holidays, paid leave, and sick leave; IMRF pension; Deferred compensation; Flexible spending accounts; Optional term life insurance; Tuition reimbursement; Employee assistance program.
Responsibilities:

• Open and secure facilities, including gates, buildings, and security systems; clean and maintain assigned facilities and grounds utilizing custodial best practices and industry standards.
• Monitor and maintain assigned facilities’ mechanical and structural components; follow preventative maintenance standards and manufacturer recommendations to reduce repair needs.
• Inventory, order and replace facility consumables such as lightbulbs, air/water filters, batteries, sensors, locks, etc.
• Perform minor carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC tasks, including clearing clogs, resetting breakers, and repairing, replacing or installing building fixtures and components.
• Act as a point of contact for custodial and other vendors at specified sites.
• Provide guidance on the scope of work and contract language and conduct quality control inspections of vendor services.
• Maintain a safe working environment, utilizing knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as performing monthly building safety inspections.
• Utilize waste reducing techniques, “green” cleaning methods, energy reducing measures; incorporate energy efficient recycling, promote reuse, and proper waste and hazardous material disposal.
• Perform snow/ice removal at assigned sites.
• Follow all district safety standards, maintaining a clean and hazard-free work environment, fostering a safe working environment, and immediately report all unsafe conditions and incidents.
• Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.