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Perform general building / facility custodial and cleaning functions:
- Following the established schedule, perform cleaning tasks in assigned areas inside and outside, in accordance with department standards.
- Assist in cleaning emergency clean-ups, that are observed or reported.
- Perform project cleaning as assigned, including, but not limited to; walls, ceilings, vents, light fixtures, windows, etc.
- Deep clean rooms/units as needed at times of transfer/discharges in accordance with department standards.
Floor Cleaning and Maintenance:
- Maintain all floors as appropriate, including sweeping, dry and wet mopping, stripping, scrubbing, waxing, vacuuming, extraction, hosting, and buffing as scheduled or assigned.
- Utilize specialized equipment, as needed, to ensure floors are maintained in excellent and safe condition.
Minor Maintenance:
- Move furniture as needed.
- Remove trash and/or recyclables from collection points, public areas, and outside entrance areas, and transport to dumpster/trash pick-up areas. Replace trash liners as needed.
- Maintain cleaning equipment and repair, or report need of repair, as appropriate.
- Observe and report the need for repairs to facilities, furniture, fixtures, etc.
- Complete minor maintenance including light bulbs, plunge toilets and change batteries as needed.
Linen/Guest Rooms:
- Participate in campus linen program, including distributing, collecting, counting and preparing for pick-up as well as handling the in-coming linen.
- Gather dry cleaning, bring to designated location, including cubicle curtains.
- Participate in making beds in guest rooms or residences as needed.
Inventory Control:
- Participate in receiving campus supplies, deliveries and putting away as needed.
- Ensuring all areas requiring supplies are fully stocked on a daily basis.
The ideal candidate will have:
- High school diploma, or equivalent
- Housekeeping and/or general maintenance experience preferred.
- Experience working with a variety of floors and surfaces, for cleaning and safety.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbal and written, with residents and staff.
- Dependability and common sense, and the ability to organize daily cleaning schedule to finish each day’s assignment.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work within standard policy and procedures, with limited direct supervision.
- An interest in and desire to work with older adults is desired.
Physical requirements include:
- This position requires constant mobility, including bending, stooping, climbing, and reaching.
- This position requires the routine use of ladders and floor equipment.
- This position requires the ability to lift, push, move, and operate specialized equipment, supplies, etc. not normally exceeding 100 lbs. The ability to carry/transport weights, not normally exceeding 50 lbs.
- This position will experience exposure to weather, temperature changes, fumes, etc. There is some risk of exposure to hazardous materials and cleaning chemicals.
Job Type: Part-time
Expected hours: 20 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Relocate:
- Evanston, IL 60201: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
