Janitor (TERM)

UChicago Argonne, LLC

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Lemont, IL US Until 8/21/2026 1+ years exp First posted May 12, 2026 Last posted May 12, 2026
Job description

Under the supervision of the Custodial Foreman, sweeps, dustmops, mops, scrubs, strips, seals, waxes and buffs floors. Picks up and disposes of waste paper and trash and removes trash. Spot-washes walls and washes and sanitizes washroom facilities and refills washroom dispensers. Washes and cleans windows, sills, glass partitions, mirrors, lighting fixtures, ashtrays and push-plates, bottoms of doors and stairways. May operate and clean industrial types of mechanical equipment such as scrubbing machines, buffers, polishers and pick up machines. Cleans and washes the canteen and lunchrooms and their furniture. Moves and replaces original furniture and other objects as required for the cleaning of all rooms. Changes light bulbs and works from ladders as necessary to clean. Sweeps and shovels dirt and snow from building steps, platforms and sidewalks. Performs miscellaneous related duties as assigned.  This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Position Requirements

  • A good demonstrated work record.
  • Complies with all Laboratory and Division ESH policies, work rules, and safe work practices.
  • One year of custodial experience preferred.
  • The negotiated pay rate with the union for this position is $20.93/hr.
  • Schedule is Monday-Friday 7:00-3:30pm.
  • Proficiency in English language to communicate operational information with co-workers and customers and to safely perform work.
  • Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.


 This appointment has a maximum of 150 days but has the possibility to become permanent

Job Family

Union

Job Profile

Janitor

Worker Type

Short-Term (Fixed Term)

Time Type

Full time

The expected hiring range for this position is $20.93-$22.13.

Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.

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About this role

Summary

Clean floors, wash facilities, operate cleaning equipment, move furniture, perform duties safely.

Job title

Janitor (TERM)

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

research

Location requirements

Lemont, IL USA, on-site, no remote work allowed

Salary

The negotiated pay rate with the union for this position is $20.93/hr. The expected hiring range for this position is $20.93-$22.13.

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

English proficiencysafe work practicescleaning equipment

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

cleaningfacility maintenancesanitization
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Lemont, IL, USA

On-site City
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