Building Service Worker - Move Crew

University of Illinois Springfield; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or (

Education assistance

Competitive wage

Job summary

The University of Illinois Springfield seeks a Custodial/Facilities Assistant to support event setups, moving services, and cleaning across campus. You will perform a variety of tasks from setup and teardown to equipment handling and surplus processing, under supervision.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, valid IL driver’s license preferred, and ability to drive a 16’ box truck and operate a forklift certification. This on-site role offers benefits and steady hours.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to drive a 16’ box truck and operate forklift certification preferred.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform custodial tasks.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders for campus events, set-ups, tear-downs, and cleaning tasks.
• Manage equipment and surplus processes, including inventory lists.
• Provide moving and janitorial services for renovations and campus projects.
• Assist with recycling and waste removal and report repair needs.
• Operate cleaning equipment and ensure safe, clean facilities.
• Report safety or maintenance issues to supervisor.

Skills

Manual labor

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Posting Category

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.

Application deadline: 11/17/2026

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

Summary

This position is under the supervisory leadership of the Building Service Supervisor or at times Building Services Foreman. Assignments will be assisting with Event & Moving Support Services set-ups, teardowns for various types of events, moving equipment, surplus processing, special projects, recycling, and will perform any-and-all tasks performed by Custodial BSW's as needed/requested by Building Service supervisory staff.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Complete work orders for all Campus Wide Event managers, for internal and external events. Providing various types of set-ups, tear-outs, cleanups, staging, and various other related tasks.
• Complete Equipment Management work orders for the UIS Campus as requested. To involve keeping surplus storage areas clean and organized. Assist in the out processing of surplus for shipment to UIUC, State of Illinois CMS Surplus, and UIS F&S Surplus storage locations. This may involve palletizing, plastic wrapping, and generation/verification of inventory lists prior to delivery.
• Provide moving and janitorial services for F&S Construction and Remodeling Projects as requested via work orders. May possibly include moving office furnishings into temporary storage, rearranging furnishings, bringing in new or surplus equipment and operating floor cleaning/stripping/polishing equipment after remodeling and construction as requested and general cleanup of debris and vacuuming.
• Assist in campus wide work order requests for various office and storage room equipment and supply moving requests, to and from storage.
• Assist with recycling and garbage removal needs. Empty trash cans and outdoor containers.
• Event and Moving Support BSW’s will perform any-and-all tasks performed by Custodial BSW’s as needed/requested by Building Service Supervisory Staff. Operate automatic scrubbers, carpet cleaners, power sweepers, vacuum cleaners, and hard floor machines. Restrooms-Refill paper products, sanitize toilets and sinks. Wipe down partitions, half walls, surfaces. Clean and service lavatories and toilets.
• Required to report items to supervisor that need repaired. Perform other duties as assigned and/or required.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Valid Illinois Driver’s license.

Ability to drive a 16’ box truck.

Certification (or ability to become certified) to operate a forklift.

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.

Environmental Demands

Ability to lift and move 50-75lbs. Ability to walk, bend, stoop, push, and pull while transporting loads of equipment repetitively. Ability to perform vertical lifting of 45lbs from 34” height to 64” height. Ability to carry 50 lbs for a distance of 100 feet. Ability to work from a crouching or kneeling position using both hands for 5 minutes while performing low work.

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 .

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility .

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:
• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spouse

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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