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.

• 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.

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.

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

• 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

Thisis a 100% full-time Civil Service 4502 - Building Service Worker position, appointed on a 12-month basis.

Work Schedule:
First 4 weeks will be training on deep night shift from 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM starting Sunday evenings at 11:00 PM (must be able to do this) and then will move permanently to afternoon shift schedule of Monday – Friday from 3:00 – 11:30 PM. The hourly rate of pay for the classification $21.15. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx .

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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.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits . This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off,…