Building Service Worker - Facilities & Services

Building Service Worker - Facilities & Services

Facilities and Services

Job Summary

Perform custodial work required in the routine cleaning and upkeep of all designated spaces.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Keeps floors free of dirt and debris by regularly scheduled sweeping, mopping and vacuuming
• Cleans, disinfects, sanitizes and services restroom facilities and fixtures and replenishes supplies
• Empties authorized waste/recycle containers
• Cleans chalkboards/whiteboards including trays
• Cleans and dusts furniture, tables and other flat surfaces as directed
• Locks and unlocks doors to buildings, classrooms, lecture rooms, or offices
• Removes snow and ice from building entrances/steps, etc. seasonally as required and is the priority during inclement winter weather
• Reports items that need repair
• Monitors and/or notifies supervisor of needed supplies
• Operates variety of maintenance and cleaning equipment including: vacuums, extractors, buffers, as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Walking : Frequently
• Stairs : Frequently
• Lifting/Carrying : Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling : Frequently
• Climbing : Frequently
• Bending/Stooping : Frequently
• Kneeling : Occasionally

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold : Occasionally
• Extreme heat : Occasionally
• Humidity : Occasionally
• Wet : Occasionally
• Noise : Occasionally
• Hazards : Occasionally
• Fumes/Particles/Allergens : Occasionally
• Toxic, Caustic Chemicals : Occasionally
• Temperature Changes : Occasionally
• Inclement Weather : Occasionally

Additional Physical Demands

Work Environment:
• May be exposed to chemicals, heat, cold, dust, fumes, noise, and inclement weather.
• Can require the ability to multitask on given assignments.
• Certain assignments can be stressful at times.
• The employee is expected to support the Mission, Vision, Values, Guiding Principles and management operational directions and philosophies of Facilities and Services.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• • Knowledge and ability to accept and carry out written / verbal instructions and a willingness to perform the assigned work
• • Thorough understanding of University and F&S policies

Appointment Information

The Building Service Worker is a 100% full-time Civil Service position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The schedule is a deep night schedule (Sunday-Thursday, 11pm-7am) and the hourly rate of pay is $20.30. VISA sponsorship is unavailable for this classification.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at .

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on September 19, 2025. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through will not be considered. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. For further information about this specific position, please contact Lance Oliver- [email protected]. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio, depending on the position. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify .

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing [email protected] .

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