Job Description
One candidate is needed to work a 7:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday shift. The starting salary for this position is $40,353 to $47,474 depending upon qualifications. The complete salary range for this position is $40,353 to $64,178.
Facility Maintenance Department This position performs routine and directed custodial work, and minor interior and exterior maintenance at Town Facilities. This position may be required to fill in for custodial staff normally responsible for other buildings on a short-term basis. This position must work well with other Town employees, work independently, and demonstrate initiative. This position reports to, and receives work direction from, the Custodial Services Supervisor.Duties/Essential Job Functions
- Mop, scrub, renovate and renew floors and other surfaces, including but not limited to cleaning and extracting carpet flooring as well as waxing and restoring tile and terrazzo flooring.
- Clean and dust exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim and related furnishings; and polish furniture and furnishings.
- Move furniture and miscellaneous equipment as needed.
- Move, store or stock new supplies such as boxes of copying or computer paper.
- Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks at building entrances and walkways.
- Collect all waste paper, recycle material and other debris and deposit in appropriate receptacles for pick-up.
- Lock and unlock doors to rooms and offices as needed.
- Clean and service drinking fountains, lavatories, toilets and rest rooms.
- Clean and service smoking urns and ashtrays.
- Wash and clean partitions, walls, window blinds and all interior glasses, including framed pictures, windows and door glasses.
- Report items that require repair to supervisor.
- Replace light bulbs on interior and exterior of building as needed.
- Work well with other custodial staff and Town employees.
- Assist in maintaining an inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies.
- Use hazardous supplies in a manner which complies with applicable state and federal guidelines.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities
- Ability to physically perform manual work for extended periods of time.
- Skill and ability to operate general custodial equipment and properly use supplies.
- Ability to accept and follow instructions of supervisors and to complete assigned tasks in a reasonable length of time.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with Town staff.
- Must be aware of and practice good safety habits and effectively utilize all safety equipment provided for use by the department.
- Ability to read and understand warnings and direction on hazardous supplies.
- Ability to work weekends and evening hours when necessary and respond to emergencies as needed.
- Knowledge of cleaning materials and practices.
- Skill to perform minor maintenance of buildings and grounds.
- Must have and maintain a valid State of Illinois Driver's License.
Desirable Training and Experience
Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent. CMI certification preferred. Some work experience in the custodial field required; or other training or experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills or abilities or reflects an aptitude to perform this type of work.
Benefits
Town of Normal Employee Benefits Summary Progressive Salary Administration With acceptable performance, automatic increases at six months (end of probation), twelve months, and twenty-four months. Employees then receive an annual merit step on April 1st each year until they reach the top of the position’s salary range. The salary schedule may be modified for cost of living adjustments in April capped at 5% annually. Group Health Plan The Town has a comprehensive self-funded medical plan with UMR Preferred Provider Option (PPO). Employees may choose among two plan design options: a traditional PPO plan with a $500/person and $1000/family deductible or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) component.
The Town currently pays the monthly insurance premium for full time employees who participate in the wellness program. The Town may contribute to employee HSAs based on an employee's plan selection. Dependent coverage is available with the Town contributing 50% toward the dependent premium. Group Dental Plan The Town has a comprehensive self-funded dental plan that provides payment of 80% of eligible expenses for preventive and 70% of basic & major care. Preventive dental benefits are not subject to the deductible. The Town pays the monthly premium for full time employees. The maximum benefit is $2,000 per person per calendar year and covers orthodontics, 50% up to $2000 per lifetime per covered individual. Dependent coverage is available with the Town contributing 50% toward the premium. Vision Plan VSP is the provider of the Town's vision plan. There are two plans for employees to choose from. The plans cover a portion of the cost of exams, contacts, lenses and frames. Refer to www.vsp.com for more information about benefits, discounts and doctor listings. Pension Programs The Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) is the pension system for all classified civilian employees. Retirement benefits are based on two factors, the years of service and each member's highest 48 months of earnings as an IMRF member. This plan includes short and long-term disability and death benefits. Employees contribute about 4.5% of earnings annually in addition to the Employer's contribution. By state statute, sworn Police Officers and Firefighters are eligible for pension programs administered by independent pension boards. Deferred Compensation and Roth IRA Plans The Town offers a voluntary 457 retirement savings plan through MissionSquare Retirement. Per IRS regulation, employees have the option of contributing a portion of their salary up to a predetermined dollar limit in effect for that year or 100% of gross salary, whichever is less. Town employees also have the option of making Roth IRA contributions through payroll deduction. Flexible Spending Plan This is a salary reduction plan in accordance with IRS regulations. Participants selecting pre-tax payment of their dependent health and dental premiums, day care expenses or non-covered medical expenses will have those payroll deductions sheltered from taxable income. Life Insurance The Town provides a $30,000 term policy with Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage to all full time employees. Optional dependent coverage for spouse ($10,000), and children over 6 months ($3,000) is available. The Town offers two voluntary life insurance programs. One is a decreasing term life insurance program sponsored by IMRF. The other is a term life program from The Standard that can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependent children. Evidence of insurability may be required. Holidays Eleven paid holidays are provided each year. They are New Year's Day, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, and one Floating Holiday. Personal Convenience Days Full time and regular part time employees receive three paid days per fiscal year. New hires receive a pro-rated share of PC time at hire. Increases of one additional day occur after reaching 20 years of service then again after reaching 25 years of service. Vacation Leave
Full time employees earn vacation monthly based on the following:
Less than 5 years of service 2 weeks Between 5-9 years of service 3 weeks More than 10 years of service 4 weeks
Regular employees working less than full time accrue a prorated share of leave time. Sick Leave Classified employees earn sick leave at the rate of one day per month, twelve days per year. Maximum accumulation is 120 days. Employees may use sick leave for personal illness, injury, or doctor's appointments. Employees may also use sick leave for needed care of a spouse, dependent less than 18 years of age, or parent.
Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Pursuant to the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1992, all eligible employees may receive up to 12 weeks of FMLA leave for qualifying events.
Parental Leave Eligible employees may take up to four weeks of paid leave to provide care immediately following the birth or adoption of a minor child.
Education/Training Full time employees may be eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement. For pre-approved classes or courses the Town will pay up to $2500.00 per calendar year. Some positions may have opportunities to attend conferences, workshops, or other on-going professional development. Employee Assistance Program The Town's EAP provides professional counseling services and specialty referral for employees and dependents. Services include meeting with employees or dependents to determine the proper course of treatment, providing some counseling services free of charge, or referring the client to an appropriate outside counselor. The Town's health plan may pay for a portion of counseling services. Wellness Program The Wellness Program includes an annual health risk appraisal screening. The Town also offers a wellness program to all employees covered on the group health insurance. This program provides fun, interactive challenges, in addition to access to personal health coaching, a trainer, and a dietician. Employee Credit Union The Town supports the Normal City Employees Federal Credit Union (NCEFCU). NCEFCU provides an alternative institution for personal savings through payroll deductions. Employee/members may be eligible for a signature loan and for collateralized loans. Miscellaneous Benefits Other benefits may include an Employee Appreciation Luncheon, Length of Service recognition, Holiday Gift Certificates, Employee Holiday Luncheon, employee outings and other tokens of appreciation. *This is a summary highlighting some of the Town benefits. It is intended as an overview. The Town reserves the right to amend or end any or all benefits under its control. Benefits for Police and Fire employees covered by a Collective Bargaining Agreement are detailed in the C.B.A. These agreements must be consulted to ascertain any benefit eligibility or benefit details. For specific questions on benefits contact the Human Resources Department. The Town of Normal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Town of Normal does not use artificial intelligence to screen applications.
