at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Building Service Worker - University HousingUniversity Housing
Job Summary
Perform custodial work required for the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings. All University Housing staff will engage and contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion within University Housing.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Cleans and services lavatories and restrooms.
- Mops, sweeps, and scrubs floors and other surfaces.
- Operates automatic scrubbers and power sweepers, including rider type, used in connection with building cleaning and also provides operator type maintenance.
- Cleans and dusts furniture, tables, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings.
- Provides services for maintenance of carpet floor coverings.
- Collects and places debris and recyclable material removed from buildings in containers for removal.
- Washes and/or cleans window and door glass, washes interior glass, including partitions, framed pictures and doors.
- Moves furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment as directed.
- Cleans, renovates, and renews floor surface finishes.
- Changes light bulbs and cleans light fixtures, as required.
- Cleans and waxes furniture.
- Sweeps or shovels snow from steps and walks at building entrances and connecting walks.
- Locks and unlocks doors to buildings, classrooms, lecture rooms, or offices. Reports items that need repair.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands:
Position involves performing general physical activities that require considerable use of hands, arms, legs, and moving whole body, such as climbing, lifting, stooping, handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating items.
Position involves frequent bending, remaining in a stationary position, moving throughout the assigned work area as well as moving and operating floor cleaning equipment.
Position involves exerting muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
Working Conditions:
The work will be performed in all temperatures under a variety of conditions.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of cleaning solutions and custodial methods.
- Ability to comprehend and follow oral instructions.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions, directions, labeling, and measurements.
- Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 4502 - Building Service Worker position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 7/21/2024. The salary for this position is $18.40 per hour. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .
For more information on employment at University Housing, please visit our recruitment web site at: Employment with University Housing above the section that starts "For more information on Civil Service....."
The University of Illinois offers a wide variety of benefits https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits , including paid leave https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave and holidays https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/leave/holidays "
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on June 11, 2024. 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 https://jobs.illinois.edu 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 Melvin Davis-Reine mgd@illinois.edu or 217.244.8681 . For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
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. 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 accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1024934
Job Category: Service Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
