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Foundation Summary

The Robert R. McCormick Foundation envisions a Chicagoland comprised of thriving communities where all individuals have the resources and opportunities to succeed, without regard to income, race, ethnicity, gender, or ZIP code. We invest in people and organizations across the region to develop educated, informed, and engaged communities.

The Foundation was established in 1955, upon the death of Colonel Robert R. McCormick, the longtime editor and publisher of the Chicago Tribune. The Robert R. McCormick Foundation is one of the nation's largest foundations, with more than $2 billion in assets. Our philanthropy is focused on Chicago's South and West Sides and the following issues: early childhood education, public safety, community development, veterans, and journalism.

Since 2017, the McCormick Foundation has granted more than $200 million to non-profit organizations working to build thriving communities in Chicagoland and across Illinois, with an emphasis on Chicago’s South and West Sides. We invest in programs that support pathways to opportunities for individuals living where racial and economic disparities are concentrated, with a special focus on the Englewood and Little Village communities. This includes grantmaking to support youth and families, economic advancement, and safety.

Opportunity: Cleaning Technician
The Cleaning Technician safely performs scheduled and non-scheduled cleaning procedures at Cantigny Park Facilities using Cantigny provided tools and equipment. This position plays an important role in maintaining a clean and safe environment at the park. Cantigny Park is a unique environment where beauty is everywhere. This is a great opportunity for anyone who enjoys working with people and helping to create a fun and welcoming experience for guests. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible will work Wednesday-Sunday with varying work hours needed to cover events at later hours.

Essential Functions

• Performs scheduled and non-scheduled cleaning procedures at Cantigny Park Facilities as assigned by the Director of Facilities on all surfaces, including but not limited to the cleaning of glass, doors, sinks, floors, carpets, runners, walls, toilet partitions, bathroom fixtures, faucets, and flush valves safely using tools, equipment and the proper cleaning chemicals provided by Cantigny
• Fills dispensers in Cantigny buildings including but not limited to toilet paper, soap, paper towels. Replaces garbage can liners and deposits trash and recycling in park dumpsters
• Picks up outdoor liter, empties exterior trash cans and cleans building approaches, moves all park trash and recycling to park dumpsters
• Performs opening and closing of Facilities according to established procedures
• Completes other duties as assigned including light maintenance and furniture set ups
• Assists Cantigny visitors by answering questions and giving directions
• Provides for personal safety in the workplace by attending and completing all required training and knowing and following existing safety rules including the applicable use of Personal Protective Equipment, the proper operation of tools and machinery and proper handling of hazardous materials. Reports any unsafe conditions to their supervisor.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: 1-year previous experience in cleaning operations

Skills:

• Self-directed and able to make decisions independently
• Must be physically able to lift and maneuver 50 lbs. and work on ladders and lifts
• Flexible availability that includes weekends, evenings, and holidays
• Basic computer skills including ability to fill out forms, send email and navigate and complete performance review software and IT sponsored training.
• Valid Illinois driver's license to drive Cantigny provided small utility or on-road vehicles to assignments.
• Ability to safely operate commercial cleaning equipment including vacuums, floor scrubbers, carpet cleaning machines.

Working Conditions:
Full-time, including evenings, weekends and holidays. Work days and hours may vary seasonally, Work is performed in Cantigny buildings and on Cantigny grounds, PPE is worn as required.

Benefits
The McCormick Foundation offers industry-leading benefits that reflect the Foundation's mission and support a healthy and productive culture.

Healthcare and Work-Life Balance: In addition to our high-caliber and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care, we provide:

• Paid time off and paid sick leave
• 11 employer-paid holidays
• Disability insurance and life insurance at no cost to employees.
• Other benefits to support our employees include health club reimbursement and an employee and dependent educational assistance program.

Retirement: To assist employees in saving towards their retirement, we offer a generous pension plan with a Foundation-paid contribution of 8% of an employee's salary. We also offer a 403(b) Salary Deferral Plan with a $1 for $1 Foundation-paid matching contribution of 6% of an employee’s salary.

Giving Back to Community: The Foundation supports our employees' personal philanthropy by matching two-for-one every dollar of qualified charitable contributions an employee makes, up to $50,000. In addition, employees receive four Foundation-paid service days and a contribution of $500 per service day donated by the Foundation to the 501(c)(3) organization with which the employee volunteered on the service day. The Foundation also donates $500 for every 5 years of employment to a 501(c)(3) organization of the employee’s choosing.

Vaccination Requirements
The Robert R. McCormick Foundation requires as a condition of employment that all employees are fully vaccinated against SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) or have been approved for an accommodation based on a medical condition or conflicting religious belief.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Cantigny Park and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, individuals with disabilities, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital and housing status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Work Location: In person

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