Custodian
Position Posting : Custodian
Background Information : Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School, sponsored by the Mercy Education System of the Americas, is a Catholic college preparatory, all-girls high school, located on the southwest side of Chicago.
With a balanced vision of academic excellence, cultural wealth in the liberal arts, athletic achievement, and a strong spiritual life, Mother McAuley is a place young women grow as compassionate, responsible, and productive Christian leaders.
It is through our innovative liberal arts and college-preparatory program that students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they will need to meet the demands of a fast-changing world as decision makers and leaders guided by strong Mercy values.
As such, we seek professionals who are committed and capable to fulfill this incredible mission.
Position Summary : The Custodian will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and overall appearance of the school building, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students, faculty, and staff.
The Custodian will perform a variety of cleaning and maintenance duties along with providing assistance / coordination of set up and take down for school events.
The Custodian will work closely with building maintenance to ensure that all cleaning and maintenance tasks are completed to high standards.
Essential Duties (other duties may be assigned) :
- Locks and unlocks doors at the specified times and turns on lights to open school in the mornings.
- Sweep, Mops and vacuum hallways and entrances on a daily basis or more often, as directed, in inclement weather.
- Assists with snow removal from school property as directed as well as maintaining outdoor areas sweeping sidewalks and picking up litter.
- Perform routine maintenance items like checking / replacing light bulbs in corridors, classrooms and by exits.
- Maintain the cleanliness of the cafeteria, kitchen and all school related equipment including cleanup after lunch hours.
- Sets up events with requested table and chair arrangements for special functions, moves other furniture and equipment as directed.
- Assists with takedown of school events, including moving tables, chairs and cleaning up after the event is finished.
- Assumes general responsibility for assigned areas but takes care of other areas as need dictates.
- Ensures equipment and supply storage areas neat and orderly as well as keep maintenance inventory stocked.
- Keeps maintenance equipment in good, clean, working condition.
- Cleans sinks, toilets, urinals, mirrors and replaces toilet supplies as needed.
- Responds to emergency clean up needs in a prompt manner while complying with OSHA regulations regarding the proper disposal of body wastes and / or fluids.
- Reports any maintenance issues or safety hazards to the appropriate school personnel.
Education / Experience Required :
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in custodial or janitorial work preferred but willing to train a motivated person.
- Must be able to communicate effectively as well as possess a strong ability to work well with others.
- Ability to follow instructions and work independently.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, such as lifting, moving heavy objects along with standing for long periods of time.
- Occasionally must be able lift, carry, pull, push, and / or move up to 50 pounds.
To apply :
Apply through the link on the employment page of our website .
Additional Information : We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, and a retirement plan.
Many opportunities to be involved in extra-curricular activities such as club moderator and coaching are also available.
Participation in these activities is strongly encouraged and welcomed.
Mother McAuley is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applicants equally.
Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
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