Facility Maintenance Worker

Job Description

Job Description

The Community House is seeking to hire a Full-time Facility Maintenance Worker to be a part of creating a welcoming and customer-friendly environment in our 48,000-square-foot community center.  This position involves room set-up and breakdown of tables and chairs, and manual and semi-skilled maintenance work of the interior and exterior of the building. 

Work includes monitoring the building, cleaning restrooms, mopping, sweeping, trash removal, securing the building, including AV equipment, painting, minor repairs, and maintenance of equipment, and ensuring that the interior and exterior of the building are always presentable. 

Hours : 40 hours per week (Sunday 6:30 am to 3 pm and Monday through Thursday 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm) and periodic overtime.

$18 - $20 hourly

• Moves furniture in and out of rooms; sets up tables, chairs, set-up and operate Audio Visual (AV) and sound equipment, coffee/water.

• Cleans and maintains the interior and exterior of the building, including restrooms, gymnasium, kitchen, etc

• Follows procedures on opening and closing the building, including opening and locking doors and windows, as required.

• Monitors the facility during daily rentals, special events, birthday parties, and programs.

• Helps maintain an orderly atmosphere in the building.

• Washes walls, ceilings, and woodwork.

• Proper operation and use of floor care equipment (i.e., floor burnishers, floor vacuums, carpet extractors, auto scrubbers, wet/dry vacuums, walk-behind machines, etc.).

• Informs supervisor of the need for repairs regarding lighting, heating/cooling, and physical structure.

• Assists in maintaining the building, which may include, but is not limited to, painting, replacing, and maintaining filters on HVAC units and general equipment repairs.

• Makes minor plumbing repairs such as unclogging toilets and maintaining plumbing fixtures.

• Removes recycling materials and trash from all designated containers.

• Informs supervisor of safety concerns.

• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks and entryways and applies snow-melting materials as needed.

• Performs basic grounds cleanup as necessary and assists with planting and maintaining seasonal planter boxes.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

A qualified candidate is regularly required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb, or balance.  The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and have an ability to climb ladders.  The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  The employee must do setups of tables and chairs for various functions.

Skill and Ability to effectively use a variety of hand and power tools; operate a vehicle; and problem-solve.  Willingness to work outside (if necessary) in inclement weather; a qualified candidate will have the ability to read and write in order to effectively communicate with customers and other staff.  Work regularly exposes the employee to cleaning chemicals and dust and dirt. 

Other requirements:

• High school graduate or equivalent. 

• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team. 

• Previous custodial experience preferred. 

• A criminal background check is required for employees working at The Community House.

Why Work at The Community House?

At The Community House, your work makes a lasting difference. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Hinsdale and surrounding communities since 1941, we have been enriching lives for more than 80 years through recreation, athletics, arts, education, counseling, volunteerism, and community engagement.

Every day, our team creates meaningful experiences that help children, families, adults, and seniors learn, grow, connect, and thrive. We foster a collaborative, supportive workplace where innovative ideas are encouraged, professional growth is valued, and every employee plays a vital role in strengthening our community.

If you're passionate about serving others and want a career with purpose, impact, and connection, we'd love to have you join The Community House.