Building Service Worker- Continuous Post (2026)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is seeking candidates for a custodial/open recruitment posting. This Civil Service position involves routine cleaning, sanitizing, and upkeep of designated spaces under supervision. The starting wage is noted in the posting, with SEIU Local 316 representation.

Applicants should be aware of residency requirements and civil service processes. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, and applicants will follow established procedures for floor

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Keeps floors clean through mopping, sweeping, and vacuuming.
• Cleans and renovates floor finishes and uses appropriate tools.
• Dusts furniture, fixtures, windows, and surfaces.
• Cleans windows and interior glass and chalkboards.
• Moves furniture and sets up meeting spaces as directed.
• Reports repairs and monitors supplies.
• Operates cleaning equipment such as extractors and buffers.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

This posting does not necessarily represent an actual vacancy; but rather an open recruitment which allows interested applicants to submit materials for future vacancies within this classification. The starting wage for this position is listed above. This position is represented by Service Employees International Union, Local#316. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit https://laborrelations.siu.edu/labor-contracts/.

Employees at this level perform custodial work required in the routine cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, and upkeep of all designated interior and exterior buildings or spaces according to set standards and procedures. They work under direct supervision from a designated supervisor.

Examples of Duties

1. keeps floors free of dirt and debris by regularly scheduled mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and scrubbing of floors and other surfaces;
2. cleans, buffs, waxes, renovates, and renews floor surface finishes using appropriate tools and equipment;
3. cleans and dusts furniture, tables, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings; cleans and waxes furniture as necessary;
4. washes and/or cleans windows, walls, and door glass; washes interior glass, including partitions, framed pictures, signage, and doors;
5. moves furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment, and sets up meeting space as directed; sweeps or shovels snow from steps and walks at building entrances and connecting walks; spreads ice melts as needed;
6. locks and unlocks doors to buildings, classrooms, lecture rooms, or offices;
7. cleans, disinfects, sanitizes, and services restrooms facilities and fixtures and replenishes supplies;
8. cleans chalkboards and/or whiteboards including trays;
9. collects and places debris and recyclable material removed from buildings in containers for removal; empties authorized waste containers and checks and/or replaces liners;
10. reports items that need repair; monitors and/or notifies of diminishing supplies;
11. performs overhead tasks (e.g., changes light bulbs and cleans light fixtures, as required);
12. provides cleaning services for carpet maintenance; (i.e., bonnet buffing, extraction, spotting, and correcting carpet pile);
13. operates a variety of maintenance and cleaning equipment which includes: rotators, extractors, and automatic;
14. performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

Illinois Residency Requirement

Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be a current Illinois resident.

Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application

1. To be eligible for the role, ensure that your application includes a complete and detailed employment history that highlights your relevant full-time and part-time work experience, including start and end dates of employment.
2. Relevant part-time work experience will count towards the qualifications for this position and will be converted to full‑time equivalence to calculate the total length of experience.
3. Upload all official transcripts to meet the educational requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for the successful processing of your application.
4. Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves).
5. After the position has closed, your application and supporting materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications, including any specialty factors associated with this position. Those who qualify will move forward for Civil Service Examination/Testing.
6. Please monitor your e‑mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from [e-mail].
7. For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at sucss.illinois.gov

About Civil Service Examination/Testing

The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of application materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, your application will move forward for examination/testing in which you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.

Sponsorship for Work Authorization is not available. For more information visit https://policies.siu.edu/policies/employment-non-us-citizens.php

Southern Illinois University Carbondale is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran. The university will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action laws, orders, and regulations.