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High School District 214

Custodian I - 2nd Shift (CM) (Tues. - Sat.)

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A Janitor or Cleaner provides cleaning and basic maintenance in buildings such as schools, offices, stores, hospitals or hotels. Cleans and polishes floors, removes trash, vacuums carpets, washes windows, cleans bathrooms, stocks building supplies such as light bulbs and paper towels and performs minor repairs as needed. Holds keys for rooms and building entrances and locks or unlocks them as needed.

$33,417 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

Openings as of 7/11/2026 force display?

True Openings as of 7/11/2026 Custodian I
  • 2nd Shift (CM) (Tues.
  • Sat.
)
JobID:
5211
Position Type:
CUSTODIAL/MAINTENANCE/ Central Maintenance Date Posted:
7/8/2026
Location:
Wheeling High School Date Available:
July 24, 2026
Closing Date:
Internal until 07/10/2026
DESCRIPTION:
Custodian I
  • 2nd Shift (CM) Tuesday
  • Saturday (
Initial Location:
WHS) 40 hrs./wk. CMS12 Grade•
I Effective:
July 24, 2026
SALARY:
Grade I, CMS12, Step 1, $23.82 CMA agreement linked here.
ASSIGNMENT
12 Month
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform general custodial duties for the custody and care of the facility to provide a safe, secure, attractive, comfortable, clean and efficient educational environment to meet the needs of students, staff, and the general public. This would include cleaning, moving student equipment, and setting up for programs and activities as well as any special projects assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
: Maintained regular attendance with no occurrences of attendance abuse during the previous two years as described in Article 13 Section E of the current agreement. Must be able to communicate effectively and appropriately, as well as exhibit patience and understanding, with students, staff, and the general public. Must be able to understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Must be able to use prescribed safety and personal protective equipment. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. on a frequent basis and up to 80 lbs. on an occasional basis. Must be able to perform difficult physical labor in variable weather conditions such as hot, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders on a frequent basis, and work from scaffolding and lifts on an occasional basis. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, twist, and reach while performing various assignments as well as operate all related equipment.
P OSITION EXPECTATIONS
: Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary for moving school equipment, and setting up and breaking down for programs and activities. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary for operating cleaning equipment, (manual and mechanized), and for cleaning and sanitizing any areas of the building as assigned. Maintain the knowledge, skills, and physical ability necessary for monitoring and operating basic building systems and related equipment. Observe and comply with appropriate required codes. Be observant and inform the supervisor of potential trouble spots in the operation of building systems and equipment to prevent a failure or breakdown. Perform snow removal and salting on an occasional basis as needed. Perform assigned tasks in the amount of time appropriate to the task at hand. Identify and take action to remedy potential safety and health problems. Project a positive image of the District to students, staff, and the general public. Report in writing to the supervisor any observed misuses and needed repairs to school property. Participate in District-sponsored training programs to maintain and update knowledge, skills, certifications, and licenses as required for this position. Effectively communicate and appropriately respond to various forms of electronic communication provided by the District. Perform additional related duties as assigned.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Apply online Click on the red "APPLY" button above to begin an online application. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our district. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 7/11/2026 2:36:42 AM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions
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