BUILDING SERVICE LEADER - STROGER

Job Description - BUILDING SERVICE LEADER - STROGER (00139176)

Job Description

BUILDING SERVICE LEADER - STROGER

Job Number:

00139176

Job Posting

: Jul 1, 2026, 2:24:35 AM

Closing Date

: Jul 15, 2026, 10:29:00 AM Full-time Shift Start Time: 11:00 P.M. Shift End Time: 7:00 A.M.

Collective Bargaining Unit: SEIU 73 HLT SRV MAINT WRKRS Posting Salary: $28.520- $30.192

Organization

: Health and Hospital Systems

PLEASE BE ADVISED that this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement between Cook County and SEIU. Pursuant to the collective bargaining agreement, Cook County will exhaust internal eligible applicants prior to considering external applicants. Cook County is assembling a list of qualified candidates for this position that will be considered should the position not be filled with internal eligible applicants.

DEPARTMENT: Environmental Services

Location: Stroger Hospital

SHIFT: 11:00pm- 7:00am

PAY RANGE: $28.520- $30.192

Starting salary is commensurate with years of experience indicated at time of application submittal. Experience not disclosed or documented at the time of application will not be considered for initial step placement

Job Summary SEIU 73

Under direct supervision, performs routine cleaning and maintenance duties in an assigned area within the hospital. Performs related duties as assigned.

Typical Duties

• Cleans and maintains assigned areas, by removing trash, dusting, mopping and wet mopping floor; strips, waxes and buffs floors as assigned to Floor Tech Team
• Spot washes walls, beds, cabinets, window sills
• Maintains equipment and inventory supplies
• Leads a floor care team for major/minor projects
• Maintains all vacuum cleaners and small equipment
• Assigns out work assignments in the absence of a supervisor
• Performs related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required (must provide proof of High School Diploma or GED at time interview)
• Minimum of four (4) years of housekeeping experience within an institution is required
• Minimum of three (3) years as a team lead in housekeeping operations is required
• Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Knowledge and proficiency of how to operate or use sanitation and maintenance equipment

such as a buffer, stripper, etc., cleaning, and waxing materials

• Ability to read and write English: to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to organize and schedule work so that it can be complete within the allocated time
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers, Department of Correction staff, and patients
• Regular bending, lifting, carrying, pulling, and pushing; ability to lift 40lbs

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, "Typical Duties" are essential job functions.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

VETERAN PREFERENCE

PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with Cook County Health, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service

To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, "Are you a Military Veteran?"
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable

OR

A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver's License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER'S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING.

• Degrees awarded outside the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States'' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.
• Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, h

ealthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.

• CCH is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER