Custodian I (Full-Time) - 2nd Shift

Elgin Community College serves over 9,000 students at every stage of their educational journeys, including university transfer programs, career and technical education, continuing education classes, and adult basic education. As a community, we pride ourselves on nurturing a welcoming campus where every person—students, staff members, faculty members, and campus visitors—feels valued. The work of each ECC employee is central to the college’s mission, and as an employer, the college fosters a positive environment through professional challenges, excellent benefits, and opportunities for recognition and camaraderie.

About the role

An employee in this classification performs work of routine difficulty performing general custodial duties and setups. Immediate supervision is received from the assigned manager.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial tasks in various areas of campus buildings.
• Sweep, mop, rinse, strip and wax floors; maintain restrooms; empty trash; vacuum carpets and clean windows.
• Operate mechanical custodial equipment such as sweepers, floor scrubbers, buffers, shampooers, moving equipment, snow blowers, etc.
• Clean light fixtures and lenses when necessary.
• Assist grounds department with snow removal of walks and building entrances and discard miscellaneous waste around exterior of buildings and courtyards.
• Assist facility events with custodial coverage as needed.
• Assist in special cleaning and moving projects due to building renovations and new construction.
• Clean biohazard waste, when necessary, utilizing proper sanitary and health safety precautions and procedures.
• Lock and unlock buildings and classrooms per college’s schedule of events.
• Maintain required training, licensure and/or certification.
• Maintain confidentiality of privileged information and adhere to applicable privacy laws.
• Demonstrate sensitivity, understanding and respect of diverse populations within the workplace.
• Maintain an understanding of the work of colleagues to effectively provide backup and/or support for co-workers during times when the division is short-staffed or experiencing an increased volume of work.
• Adhere to department guidelines for attendance and punctuality.
• Perform other duties as assigned which pertain to the job description.

Requirements

• One year previous custodial experience.
• Good skills in reading and comprehending documents such as safety rules, safety data sheets, operating and maintenance instructions and manuals.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM. Ability to work a flexible schedule which includes days, evenings, and weekends as needed by the department.

Pay

This is a Full-Time Support Staff position at grade 7, with an annual salary range of $33,073 to $35,854. The salary offer will be based on education and experience, in alignment with the College’s compensation philosophy and the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), if applicable.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA, DCA, Commuter)
• Retirement Plans (Pension, 457b, 403b)
• Time Off with Pay
• Professional Development/Expense
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Sick Banks

Physical Demands

• Medium (up to 50 lbs. occasionally or 30 lbs frequently or 10 lbs constantly)
• Visual acuity (arm's length)

Work Environment

• Moderate noise
• Wet or humid (non-weather related)
• Fumes or airborne particles