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Janitor (TERM)

Argonne National Laboratory
Lemont, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2026 CLOSED ON 2/26/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Janitor (TERM) position at Argonne National Laboratory?

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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As an equal employment opportunity employer, and in accordance with our core values of impact, safety, respect, integrity and teamwork, Argonne National Laboratory is committed to a safe and welcoming workplace that fosters collaborative scientific discovery and innovation. Argonne encourages everyone to apply for employment. Argonne is committed to nondiscrimination and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.

Argonne employees, and certain guest researchers and contractors, are subject to particular restrictions related to participation in Foreign Government Sponsored or Affiliated Activities, as defined and detailed in United States Department of Energy Order 486.1A. You will be asked to disclose any such participation in the application phase for review by Argonne's Legal Department.

All Argonne offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes an assessment of criminal conviction history conducted on an individualized and case-by-case basis. Please be advised that Argonne positions require upon hire (or may require in the future) for the individual be to obtain a government access authorization that involves additional background check requirements. Failure to obtain or maintain such government access authorization could result in the withdrawal of a job offer or future termination of employment.

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