The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 154 elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States. Its schools have received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past 10 years.

St. Frances of Rome is a Catholic school of the Archdiocese of Chicago that offers families a Catholic education for their children. Inspired by our faith, St. Frances of Rome School provides the intellectual and spiritual foundation to become saints and scholars, disciples of Christ, and leaders in the community. With enlightened minds and zealous hearts, we will change the world.

Custodian Daily Duties and Responsibilities

Keeps building and property in clean and orderly condition.
Performs routine maintenance activities.
Performs heavy cleaning duties.
Sweeps, mops, scrubs, or vacuums floors.
Gathers and empties trash.
Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities.
Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment.
Cleans windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers.
Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Cleans and polishes fixtures and furniture.
Shampoos or steam-cleans carpets and rugs.
Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
Manages inventory of cleaning supplies.
Notifies managers regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.

Unscheduled Duties:

Help Building Engineer with boiler maintenance.
Help Building Engineer with deliveries
Deliver materials to Building Engineer at his request
Report all building problems to Building Engineer
Manage third party contractors and inspectors at Building Engineer’s request (elevator repair, lift repair, pest control)
Tasks given by Building Engineer (often related to moving furniture, light bulbs)
Set up furniture for school events both during and after school
Set up sound system for events
Aid caterers for events
Clean linens for events
Break down and clean up after events
Take school deliveries to requested rooms
Sweep, wash, and wax all school floors
Water plants in front of school
Pick up trash along Austin Blvd and 14th St.
Snow removal and salting: church, rectory, Catholic Charities site, school before 7:45 am
Deliveries from front office to SFR rectory/business office
Emergency clean-ups (spills and vomit)
Provide and put away preschool bikes at teacher’s request
Fill teacher request for aid.
Special projects from Principal

Experience

Required

Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
Basic math skills

Preferred

Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures
Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours
Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time
Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions
Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals
Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules
Communication skills in both English and Spanish preferred.
Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights

Education

Required

High School or better

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