Building Service Worker - Facilities and Services

UIS Observer; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligibility

Job summary

University of Illinois Springfield is seeking a Building Service Worker in Facilities and Services to perform custodial duties across campus. The role focuses on cleaning, sanitizing, and maintaining interior and exterior spaces to high standards.

Under supervision, you will operate cleaning equipment and assist with setup for events, ensuring safety and efficiency. The position offers benefits eligibility and starts at $17.31 per hour for a 7.5 hour work day, with opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to temperature extremes.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Clean, disinfect, sanitize, and service restroom facilities and fixtures, including replenishing supplies.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and scrub floors; move furniture as needed.
• Empty trash and manage recycling; replace liners as needed.
• Dust and clean furniture, windows, doors, and fixtures; perform dusting.
• Operate cleaning equipment (rotators, extractors, scrubbers, vacuums) as required.
• Assist with setup for events, projects, or remodeling; support other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Follow instructions

Lift up to 50 lbs

Stamina

Timely task completion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Building Service Worker - Facilities and Services

Building Service Worker - Facilities and Services

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About UIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at http://www.uis.edu .

Minimum Starting Salary: $17.31 per hour / 7.5 hour work day

Summary:

This position is responsible for performing general custodial work required in the routine cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, and upkeep of all designated interior and exterior building or spaces according to set standards and procedures for all campus buildings covered by Facilities and Services. This position is under direct supervision from a designated supervisor/lead.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Clean, disinfect, sanitize, and service restroom facilities and fixtures, including but not limited to wipe down and clean partitions and replenish supplies.
• Keep floors free of dirt and debris by mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and scrubbing of floors and other surfaces. Move and arrange furniture as needed to accomplish routine tasks such as sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping floors.
• Collect and place debris and recyclable material removed from buildings in containers for removal; empty authorized waste containers and check and/or replace liners. Empty trash cans and remove recycling fromcollection areas to proper bins for removal.
• Clean and dust furniture, tables, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings; clean,disinfect, and wax furniture as necessary. High and low dusting of various surfaces.
• Clean, buff, wax, renovate, and renew floor surface finishes using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Wash and/or clean windows, walls, partitions, and door glass; washes interior glass, including on partitions, framed pictures, signage, and doors.
• Perform overhead tasks, such as a cleaning lights, light and ventilation fixtures, and change light bulbs, etc.
• Operate a variety of maintenance and cleaning equipment which includes rotators, extractors, and automatic scrubbers, power sweepers, vacuum cleaners, buffers for vinyl and other hard floor surfaces, carpet cleaning machines which shampoo, extract soil and water from carpets and furniture.
• Assist, clean, setup for special projects, events, remodeling, and construction.
• Move furniture, supplies, miscellaneous equipment, and set up meeting space as directed. Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks at building entrances and connecting walks; spread ice melts as needed.
• Make minor repairs as able and report observed needs to repair buildings and to repair/replace equipment to supervisor. Monitor and/or notify supervisor of diminishing supplies. Perform other duties as assigned and or required.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills & 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 exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach, and stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of hands, arms, legs, and moving whole body, such
  as climbing, lifting, walking, stooping, handling, positioning, moving materials, and manipulating items.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to temperature extremes.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.

Physical Demands:

• Standing : Frequently
• Walking : Frequently
• Lifting : Occasionally
• Carrying : Occasionally
• Pushing : Frequently
• Pulling : Frequently
• Climbing : Occasionally
• Balancing : Occasional
• Stooping : Occasionally
• Repetitive Motions : Frequently
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Frequently
• Performing Manual Tasks : Frequently

Environmental Demands: Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects; ability to move and lift 50 lbs. with assistance if necessary; ability to bend, stretch, twist, reach, and stand for long periods of time; ability to perform general physical activities that require considerable use of hands, arms, legs, and moving whole body, such as climbing (to include ladders), lifting, walking, stooping, handling, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating items; and ability to tolerate exposure to temperature extremes.

Union Affiliation: This position classification is represented by University Professionals of Illinois, Local 4100 Service Union.

Employment Policies and other information:

Failure to accurately describe work experience, or failure to submit college transcripts may result in an applicant not being admitted to the exam.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment .

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State University Retirement System.

• You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earning will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.
• Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:

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 by contacting UIS HR at [e-mail] or call 217-206-6652.

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