Building Service Worker

Building Service Worker Division Intercollegiate Athletics

Under supervision from designated supervisor, provide custodial and maintenance services for athletic facilities such as, but not limited to, sport fields, running tracks, gymnasiums, stadiums, practice areas, and support facilities.

Athletic Facilities Custodial Services

• Mops, sweeps, and scrubs floors and other surfaces;
• Operates automatic scrubbers and power sweepers, including rider type, used in connection with building cleaning and provides operator type maintenance;
• Collects and places debris and recyclable material removed from buildings in containers for removal;
• Cleans and dusts furniture, tables, exhibit cases, fixtures, windows, doors, trim, and related furnishings;
• Cleans and services lavatories and restrooms;
• Provides services for maintenance of carpet floor coverings;
• 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 polishes 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; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Miscellaneous

• Prepares requisitions for supplies, keeps receipts of goods and materials and maintains inventory of University property.
• Adheres to the prescribed standards to provide the most suitable working environment for personnel, athletes, event participants and spectators;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Safety and Compliance

• Insures that safety policies and procedures are followed in maintaining a safe environment for personnel, athletes, event participants and spectators.

Position involves exposure to temperature extremes, bending, stretching, twisting, reaching, remaining stationary for long periods, moving about, stooping, handling, positioning, moving materials, manipulating items, climbing, lifting upwards of 50lbs, and performing general physical activities that involve considerable use of hands, arms, legs, and moving the whole body.

This position will be for 11pm - 7am.

High school diploma or equivalent. Possession of a current State of Illinois Driver's License at the time of hire.

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.

Understands and displays professionalism and integrity that builds and maintains trust between student-athletes and fellow DIA staff;
Prioritizes and contributes to the life changing student-athlete experience;
Adheres to University, DIA, Big Ten, and NCAA rules and regulations;
Commitment to the Athletics Department and University's mission and values;
Flexible to various scheduling to include nights, weekend work and some holidays, team travel; and Maintain professional competency and skills required for professional practice.

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 9/14/2026. The collective bargaining agreement sets a range of $42,224 – $54,100.80 for this classification. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship of work authorization.

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on August 13, 2026. 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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). 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.

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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.