Description

Caretaker

Temporary Full-Time Position

Hourly Rate:  $15.00

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Scrub, mop, wax, and polish floors; dust and polish furniture.  Wash windows, woodwork, toilets, washrooms, and fixtures; and spray and fumigate as needed.  Sweep and clean walks; mow lawns; rake leaves; snow removal; and generally assist in keeping outside premises in an orderly clean condition.  Make minor repairs on water, electric or plumbing fixtures and equipment; replace light switches/outlets and change fuses.  Make minor building repairs. 

Ability to lift, push or pull a minimum of 50 pounds; stoop, bend, climb, kneel, squat, sit and walk for long periods.  Must comply with all applicable safety and risk management policies and procedures of the Springfield Housing Authority. 

The Springfield Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

High school graduate or equivalent; have a valid Illinois driver’s license and good driving record.  One (1) year experience in janitorial work or building maintenance is required.  Must have knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, and carpentry skills, and the ability to perform various semi-skilled maintenance assignments.  Requires the ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions; and the aptitude to perform manual tasks of a physical nature.  Must be dependable, hardworking and people oriented.

Summary

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent maintains housing grounds, cleans out units, and makes minor building repairs.

APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE FORWARDED TO:

Springfield Housing Authority

Department of Human Resources

200 N. Eleventh Street

Springfield, IL 62703

Via e-mail:  [email protected] or fax:  217-753-4421

Pay, benefits information, and employment applications are available on the SHA Website:

www.springfieldhousingauthority.org and by clicking on the link below

https://Secure.YourPayrollHR.com/ta/TPCA435.careers?ApplyToJob=805526211&full_apply=&jobid=805526211

Internal candidates should use their TruPay login, Our Company, Search For Jobs, View Selected Jobs, Apply For This Job 

Posting Dates:  4/2/2026-4/12/2026

This position will remain open until filled

                                                         The Springfield Housing Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer