Job Description
Position Overview
Under general supervision, keeps clean and orderly restrooms and facilities reserved for visitors. Performs related duties as required.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintains clean and orderly restrooms and facilities reserved for visitors, recreational equipment and other supplies provided for the public.
• Makes simple reports of attendance and materials distributed.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains heating equipment when so assigned.
• Removes all litter and trash on grounds immediately outside park buildings on a daily basis where situations exist which may endanger park patrons, for example, the presence of broken glass, slippery spills, etc.
• Cleans grounds as needed.
Required Qualifications
• Previous experience in performing building maintenance or other related maintenance activities preferred.
• Desirable previous experience includes use of maintenance equipment and supplies such as cleaning agents, waxes, and the operation of a floor buffing machine.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Basic knowledge of cleaning agents used in indoor sanitation and maintenance.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Ability to respond to routine inquiries from the public.
Benefits & Perks
• $1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2026.
• $1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2027.
• 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• After one year of employment, employees who work 1,040 hours or more in the previous year are typically eligible for between 7-10 workdays of paid vacation time annually, and additional time after first 5 years of employment.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility requirements).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.
Under general supervision, keeps clean and orderly restrooms and facilities reserved for visitors. Performs related duties as required.
Key Responsibilities
• Maintains clean and orderly restrooms and facilities reserved for visitors, recreational equipment and other supplies provided for the public.
• Makes simple reports of attendance and materials distributed.
• Operates, cleans, and maintains heating equipment when so assigned.
• Removes all litter and trash on grounds immediately outside park buildings on a daily basis where situations exist which may endanger park patrons, for example, the presence of broken glass, slippery spills, etc.
• Cleans grounds as needed.
Required Qualifications
• Previous experience in performing building maintenance or other related maintenance activities preferred.
• Desirable previous experience includes use of maintenance equipment and supplies such as cleaning agents, waxes, and the operation of a floor buffing machine.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Basic knowledge of cleaning agents used in indoor sanitation and maintenance.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to perform manual labor.
• Ability to respond to routine inquiries from the public.
Benefits & Perks
• $1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2026.
• $1.00/hour increase on 1/1/2027.
• 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
• After one year of employment, employees who work 1,040 hours or more in the previous year are typically eligible for between 7-10 workdays of paid vacation time annually, and additional time after first 5 years of employment.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility requirements).
• Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
• Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The ATTENDANT (H) position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.
