Rincon Family Services is Hiring a Janitor (Kedzie) Near Chicago, IL

Responsibilities:

Position Title: Janitor  

Reports to: Supervisor  

Location: Various  

Rincon Family Services (RFS) is a not-for-profit community organization, established in 1972 to combat the epidemic use of heroin and violence that were dismantling communities throughout Chicago. RFS is dedicated to rendering compassionate and effective programs that promote the quality of life by serving as a catalyst to advocate, educate, and empower individuals and their families. 

POSITION SUMMARY: The Janitor is responsible for cleanliness of facility and surrounding walkways and inspecting facility regularly for safety and functionality. Janitorial staff are required to wear organizational uniform while working. 

We are currently seeking an energetic and highly motivated individual to join our team as a Janitor. The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented, flexible, and willing to take on non-routine cleaning and special projects as the need arises. The Janitor will be responsible for cleaning and sanitizing offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms, kitchen and dining room and public areas. This is a fantastic opportunity to earn competitive pay and full-time benefits. 

Janitors Responsibilities 

• Perform general cleanup of all areas of the building as directed 

• Manage routine upkeep of exterior areas, space, and parking lot 

• Complete non-routine cleaning according to specified job orders 

• Remove garbage and recycling daily and prepare bins for weekly pick-up 

• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests 

• Ensure rooms are maintained and fully equipped 

• Seasonal exterior clear snow and salt entrances and sidewalks 

• Seasonal waterfront lawn and upkeep lawn (if applicable depending which site) 

Janitors Qualifications:  

• 2 years janitorial experience 

• High school diploma/GED required 

• Willingness to work early morning or late-night shifts 

• Ability to work well under minimal supervision 

• Capacity to take direction 

• Strong attention to detail 

• Physically capable of lifting and moving objects up to 75 pounds as necessary 

• Valid DL and transportation (mileage will be reimbursed) 

• Flexible and willing to travel between sister sites when needed 

CORE COMPETENCIES: 

1. Good communication skills (verbal and written. 

1. Participate in training or co-facilitate training in Emergency Preparedness techniques (violence, fire, tornado, etc.) 

OTHER REQUIRED ABILITIES:  

1. Fluent in Spanish, bicultural applicants strongly preferred.  

1. Ability to work effectively with peers, individual clients, and groups. 

1. Desire to learn new skills. 

1. Knowledge of surrounding community. 

1. Ability to follow instructions and seek supervision as necessary. 

1. Ability to write detailed reports and gather relevant information to support reports. 

1. Attention to detail.   

1. Physical strength. 

1. Knowledge of cleaning machines and supplies. 

1. Handyman capabilities. 

1. Must know how to use a laptop and phone applications used by the organization (Paycom, virtual on-boarding, and training) 

1. Knowledge of Universal Precautions and Infection Control 

1. Desire to learn new skills. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The Maintenance Specialist must be able to successfully perform essential functions of this job including frequent sitting, standing, and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs, occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Employees are responsible for informing supervisor of any invisible disability or medical restriction that limits physical capability. 

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