Location: Springfield,IL, USA
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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
Application deadline: 12/17/2024
Minimum Starting Salary: $15.00 per hour
Summary:
Employees at this level perform custodial work required in the routine cleaning and upkeep of buildings. Job includes work on nights and weekends. They work under direct supervision from a designated supervisor/lead, which may be any of the following: Building Services Supervisor, Building Service Sub-Foremen and Foremen.
Duties & Responsibilities:
High & low dusting of surfaces. Wash walls, partitions, clean door and window glass (interior and exterior) that can be reached from the ground. Clean, wax, and dust all furniture, tables, exhibit cases, fixtures, wipe down countertops, doors, & trim. Empty trashcans and remove recycling from collection areas to proper bins for removal. Move & arrange furniture as needed to accomplish routine tasks such as sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping floors. Operates automatic scrubbers, power sweepers, vacuum cleaners, buffers for vinyl & other hard floor surfaces. Operate carpet cleaning machines which shampoo, extract soil and water from carpets & furniture. Restrooms: Daily clean and service lavatories and restrooms. Refill paper products, sanitize toilets and sinks. Wipe down partitions. Assist in special projects/events: clean after remodeling or construction, cleanup after special events. Renovate and renew floor surfaces and finishes, such as strip and wax tile floors. Sweep or shovel snow from steps or walks at building entrances and connecting walks. Perform other duties as assigned and or required. Required to report items to supervisor that need repaired. Move furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment as directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred Qualifications:
Valid Diver's License
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
Knowledge of cleaning solutions
Knowledge of custodial methods
Ability to comprehend and follow written instructions, directions, labeling and measurements.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Able to move & lift 50 lbs. with assistance if necessary, bend, stoop, stand, walk, use hands & arms, push & pull, climb ladders, operate lifts, all while working.
Must have average use of fine motor skills.
Knowledge and prior use of service equipment such as auto-scrubbers, carpet cleaning equipment, power sweepers, scrubbing machines & floor buffers.
Must wear steel toed boots while lifting and moving.
Ability to comprehend basic written instructions.
Physical Demands:
Standing : Constantly Walking : Constantly Lifting : Frequently Stooping : Frequently Crouching : Frequently Reaching : Frequently Handling : Frequently Grasping : Frequently Hearing : Frequently Repetitive Motions : Frequently Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination : Frequently Performing Manual Tasks : Frequently
Working Conditions:
Temperature Change : Frequently Atmospheric Conditions : Frequently
Employment Policies and other information:
UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.
The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of 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.
UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System
* You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings 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