Custodial Worker

Custodial Worker

Chicago Department of Aviation

Labor Services

Number of Positions: 10

Starting Salary: $19.00 p/h

Under supervision, perform cleaning and custodial duties in the maintenance of building interiors of non-terminal facilities at O'Hare International Airport, including the airport administration building, airport maintenance complex, safety and security building, Heating and Refrigeration Plant, taxi and limousine facility, and the warehouse/trades building; and perform related duties as required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·         Cleans restrooms, disinfecting all restroom surfaces and fixtures using chemical solutions, mopping floors, cleaning toilets, removing trash, and replenishing restroom supplies

·         Cleans walls, inside of windows and other glass surfaces, partitions, and doors in facilities using various cleaning solutions, wash towels, sponges, and other cleaning products

·         Uses appropriate tools such as scrub mops, hand sweepers, and mop buckets to clean non-carpeted floor areas such as lobbies, stairways, and corridors; uses heavy-duty powered scrubbers and polishers to strip, wax, and buff floors

·         Operates vacuum cleaners and shampoo equipment, and solvents to vacuum and chemically clean carpeted areas in office areas of facilities

·         Removes litter, debris, and fluids from building floors and vestibules in response to requests for cleaning up during the course of the day

·         Empties trash and recycling containers, replaces liners, discards trash in compactor, and operates refuse compactors

·         Wipes and cleans tabletops, chairs, and office furniture; wipes down stainless steel, such as water fountains, kiosks, and information booths; cleans public seating areas

·         Cleans and disinfects handrails on escalators and moving walkways

NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: CDA Facilities CDA-Facilities/ORDCDA-Facilities/ORD        CDA-Facilities/ORD

Days:   Various              

Hours: Various 

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

·         Willingness and ability to perform the duties of the job

Licensure, Certification, or Other Qualifications

·         None

WORKING CONDITIONS

·         Interior of city facilities / buildings

EQUIPMENT

·         Communication equipment (e.g., two-way radio, pager system)

·         Custodial equipment (e.g., industrial scrubbers, polishers, mops, vacuum cleaners)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

·         Substantial lifting (up to 70 pounds) is required

·         Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time

·         Ability to operate and use applicable cleaning equipment and materials

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND OTHER WORK REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge

·         Custodial and maintenance cleaning methods

·         Applicable safety practices and procedures

·         Proper use of cleaning/custodial equipment

·         Knowledge of applicable City and department policies, procedures, rules, and regulations

Skills

·         ACTIVE LISTENING - Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times

Abilities

·         COMPREHEND ORAL INFORMATION - Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences

·         SPEAK - Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand

·         COMPREHEND WRITTEN INFORMATION - Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing

Other Work Requirements

·         STAMINA - Demonstrate energy and stamina to accomplish work tasks

·         DEPENDABILITY - Demonstrate reliability, responsibility, and dependability, and fulfill obligations

·         ATTENTION TO DETAIL - Pay careful attention to detail and thoroughness in completing work tasks

All employees of the City of Chicago must demonstrate commitment to and compliance with applicable State and federal laws, and City ordinances and rules, the City’s Ethics standards, and other City policies and procedures. The City of Chicago will consider equivalent foreign degrees, accreditations, and credentials in evaluating qualifications.

ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT.

The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer.

City of Chicago

Brandon Johnson, Mayor

Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59 pm CDT on 10/31/2025

                                    Here is the link to the City of Chicago website:

                           https://chicago.taleo.net/careersection/100/jobsearch.ftl?lang

                                            Job Search - Basic Search - Taleo

FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW TO VIEW THE OPEN POSITION AT THE CDA

1. Visit flychicago.com/jobs or click the link above. 
2. Click on the current open position at CDA.
3. Select the position – Custodial Worker – Labor Section 

Custodial Worker - Labor Section (O’Hare)

$19.00 / Hourly

Job #413541

10/17/25 - 10/31/25

1. The   applicant must create a Candidate Profile to apply for the position.  Once a profile is set up, the applicant will receive email alerts for new positions in the area of interest. 
2. Job postings will remain online for a minimum of 14 business days.
3. All information must be completed on the application.  The following documents should be attached (resume, cover letter, and transcripts.)