Facilities & Services

Careers

Why work at Facilities & Services?

F&S’ diverse workforce and inclusive workplace consists of dedicated, experienced, and skilled professionals who take pride in helping the university achieve excellence through our many services. Fostering collaboration across campus with faculty, students, and staff and maximizing the impact of programs and services is vital in supporting the mission of the university. F&S’ team of talented and dedicated employees plan, build, maintain, and serve the campus while exhibiting our team’s core values of Trust, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Teamwork, Safety, and Perseverance in all aspects of their work.

Biannual Crafts & Trades Testing

The enrollment period for testing for the university’s Crafts & Trades positions is now open and runs through 6 p.m. CDT, Wednesday, July 23. Interested people can upload copies of their certifications and licenses, along with a detailed work history. Go to https://illinois.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/8/home?c=illinois to see a list of the many positions for which testing is available, including brickmason, electrician, elevator mechanic, ironworker, operating engineer, painter, and plumber. Click on the name of the position you are interested in to see how to apply. More information on the process is available online at jobs.illinois.edu or by calling Illinois Human Resources at 217-333-2137.

Full-Time Positions

Check back regularly for open positions, and apply for them at https://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/.

Steam & Power Plant II – Apply by July 27

This role will cyclically rotate between the Energy Management Control Center (EMCC) operations and the Steam Distribution campus operations. The primary function of the EMCC is to monitor and respond to BAS alarms and address customer concerns efficiently. The EMCC operations include: control and monitoring the campus energy equipment (i.e.; boilers, turbines, piping, and their auxiliary devices). Operate and maintain utility production, distribution, and HVAC equipment across campus. Ensure safe work practices and procedures are being always followed. The Steam Distribution campus operations include: servicing and operation of steam and chilled water distribution system equipment including valving, piping, traps, pumps, meters, fans, and PRVs. Inspection of steam tunnels, distribution piping systems, and mechanical rooms. Identification and reporting of system abnormalities. Utility meter reading data collection.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on 7/27/2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu 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. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bryan Fijalkovich at fijalkov@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Steam & Power Plant IV – Apply by July 27

The Steam and Power Plant IV serves as the lead coordinator and supervisor of the UD Shop UB, overseeing the daily operations of steam distribution systems and managing the Energy Management Control Center (EMCC). duties as required. This position plans, schedules, and directs the work of skilled staff involved in the control and distribution of steam and other utilities essential to campus building operations. The incumbent ensures that building HVAC systems are monitored, controlled, and optimized through centralized energy management systems while maintaining compliance with safety and environmental regulations.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on 7/27/2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu 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. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bryan Fijalkovich at fijalkov@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Media Communications Coordinator – Apply by July 27

This Media Communications Coordinator will operate in a combined in-office and remote work environment as a member of the Customer Relations & Communications (CRC) division within Facilities & Services (F&S), reporting to the Manager of Communications & External Relations. The coordinator will be responsible for writing, editing, and producing dynamic organizational content that helps to inform the campus community of the unit’s services, provide greater visibility surrounding academic collaborations, and highlight significant organizational accomplishments and successes. The individual in this role will be able to demonstrate a proven history of coordinating and delivering multiphase projects on-time, under quick turnaround deadlines, and to the satisfaction of unit leadership and participating stakeholders. This position will work closely with all members of the CRC team to implement overall content strategies and respond to emerging needs and urgent requests. The coordinator will also engage with internal and external stakeholders to develop omnichannel internal and external messaging that tells the stories of F&S through its people and their work expertise. This position requires a highly motivated, self-starter, determined to contribute to a communication group focused on continuous improvement and learning that strives to enhance F&S operations, customer service, and visibility.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on 7/27/2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu 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. For further information about this specific position, please contact Bryan Fijalkovich at fijalkov@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Mechanical Engineer Specialist – Apply by July 30

This position will be responsible for the design, development, review, and management of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer. Produce and deliver engineering opinions, design reviews, technical decisions, recommendations, and documentation to F&S departments, campus, and other University units under the supervision of licensed professional engineer. Confirm conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities which support the Mission of the University.  Support the Mission, Vision, Values, and Guiding Principles of Facilities & Services. 

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on July 12, 2025. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu 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. For further information about this specific position, please contact Ken McCray, 217-300-6211, or email at klmccray@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Extra Help Positions

Interior Designer / Interior Architect

Extra Help Capital Construction Project Manager

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Benefits at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

The University of Illinois is a mission-driven organization that comes with a myriad of benefits and opportunities. To learn more about the campus-wide benefits of employment, click here: University Benefits.

Internship Program

The program is available to students enrolled on the Urbana campus. The Internship Program DIP brings undergraduates and graduate students from underrepresented backgrounds to F&S. Spanning across nearly every division of F&S, time is spent helping complete work, but hopefully in a way that helps them.

Diversity Statement

We have a diverse workforce in an inclusive workplace that unleashes the talents of all employees to create value, deliver superior support, and develop innovative solutions for the customers we serve. We will treat our co-workers and customers in a manner that encourages and strengthens an environment of inclusivity.

How to Apply: http://humanresources.illinois.edu/job-seekers/how-to-apply/index.html.

For general information visit: http://jobs.illinois.edu.

The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (go.illinois.edu/EEO).

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility. For more information, call 217-333-2137. 

Facilities & Services

1501 South Oak Street Champaign, IL 61820

Phone: (217) 333-0340

Email: fsserviceoffice@illinois.edu