Building Service Foreperson - University Housing
Laseagrant, Urbana, IL, United States
Building Service Foreperson - University Housing
University Housing provides an essential element of the Illinois experience, maintaining safe, healthy, and welcoming homes for residents across 26 residence halls, three apartment complexes, nine dining locations, storage facilities, sidewalks, a quad, and more. The Facilities team covers maintenance, planning, engineering, interior design, and building service.
Job Summary
Assign and control building service work and maintain supplies of needed materials. Supervisors will engage in and implement University Housing's inclusion, culture and climate initiatives.
Duties & Responsibilities
Personnel Management
Assigns and controls the work of building service employees.
Inspects work of assigned personnel and directs corrective measures to secure satisfactory performance and meet established standards.
Conducts performance evaluations.
Documents confidential information and interactions with assigned staff for disciplinary purposes; assists higher management with disciplinary procedures.
Evaluates job assignments with regard to time and operating data; provides recommendations to higher management.
Trains employees in established building services methods and techniques.
Prepares basic reports.
Approves timecards and attendance records.
Resource Management
Estimates need for and procures monthly janitorial supplies.
Distributes and is responsible for security of operating supplies.
Is responsible for security of equipment.
Assists with testing and evaluating new products and machines.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Walking: Frequently
Stairs: Frequently
Sitting: Frequently
Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Occasionally
Working Conditions
Hazards: Occasionally
Toxic, Caustic Chemicals: Occasionally
Additional Physical Demands
Participation in the Building Service Standby after‑hours coverage call‑in schedule is expected, in one‑week increments, on a rotational basis with the other Building Service Foremen. Rarely, overtime may be needed to assist with after‑hours emergencies or critical scheduled events. Most of the work is performed in an office or other indoor setting. However, working in harsh environmental conditions (e.g., cold, heat, outdoors, dusty) may be required to perform supervisory assessments. The position involves occasionally lifting items in excess of 20 lbs., bending, and daily walking throughout assigned work areas, including stairwells.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation or equivalent.
Three (3) years (36 months) of experience in building custodial work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of cleaning solutions and custodial methods.
Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
Ability to read and follow written instructions, directions, labeling and measurements.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to use basic features of Microsoft Windows operating system; ability to use basic features of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co‑workers, other staff, and students.
Ability to work in an environment with varied staff and students.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full‑time Civil Service 1600 – Building Service Foreman position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The wage for this position is $55,451.76. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications and budget constraints. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign campus on a full‑time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.
Benefits
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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. Please visit required employment notices and posters to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.
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. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217‑333‑0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Identification
Requisition ID: 1035209
Job Category: Service and Food Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr
University Housing provides an essential element of the Illinois experience, maintaining safe, healthy, and welcoming homes for residents across 26 residence halls, three apartment complexes, nine dining locations, storage facilities, sidewalks, a quad, and more. The Facilities team covers maintenance, planning, engineering, interior design, and building service.
Job Summary
Assign and control building service work and maintain supplies of needed materials. Supervisors will engage in and implement University Housing's inclusion, culture and climate initiatives.
Duties & Responsibilities
Personnel Management
Assigns and controls the work of building service employees.
Inspects work of assigned personnel and directs corrective measures to secure satisfactory performance and meet established standards.
Conducts performance evaluations.
Documents confidential information and interactions with assigned staff for disciplinary purposes; assists higher management with disciplinary procedures.
Evaluates job assignments with regard to time and operating data; provides recommendations to higher management.
Trains employees in established building services methods and techniques.
Prepares basic reports.
Approves timecards and attendance records.
Resource Management
Estimates need for and procures monthly janitorial supplies.
Distributes and is responsible for security of operating supplies.
Is responsible for security of equipment.
Assists with testing and evaluating new products and machines.
Other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Walking: Frequently
Stairs: Frequently
Sitting: Frequently
Lifting/Carrying: Occasionally
Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally
Bending/Stooping: Occasionally
Working Conditions
Hazards: Occasionally
Toxic, Caustic Chemicals: Occasionally
Additional Physical Demands
Participation in the Building Service Standby after‑hours coverage call‑in schedule is expected, in one‑week increments, on a rotational basis with the other Building Service Foremen. Rarely, overtime may be needed to assist with after‑hours emergencies or critical scheduled events. Most of the work is performed in an office or other indoor setting. However, working in harsh environmental conditions (e.g., cold, heat, outdoors, dusty) may be required to perform supervisory assessments. The position involves occasionally lifting items in excess of 20 lbs., bending, and daily walking throughout assigned work areas, including stairwells.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduation or equivalent.
Three (3) years (36 months) of experience in building custodial work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of cleaning solutions and custodial methods.
Ability to comprehend and follow instructions.
Ability to read and follow written instructions, directions, labeling and measurements.
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to use basic features of Microsoft Windows operating system; ability to use basic features of Microsoft Word and Excel.
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, co‑workers, other staff, and students.
Ability to work in an environment with varied staff and students.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full‑time Civil Service 1600 – Building Service Foreman position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. The wage for this position is $55,451.76. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications and budget constraints. Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana‑Champaign campus on a full‑time basis per the University’s Workplace Flexibility policy.
Benefits
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.
Equal Opportunity Statement
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. Please visit required employment notices and posters to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.
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. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217‑333‑0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Identification
Requisition ID: 1035209
Job Category: Service and Food Operations
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
#J-18808-Ljbffr