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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.

Full-Time Positions

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

Mechanical Engineer – Apply by May 19

Utilizing mechanical & plumbing design expertise, provide quality assurance Design Review services, including but not limited to reviewing conceptualizations, studies, plans, specifications, and construction submittals to confirm conformance with applicable codes and University Facilities Standards. Provide the analysis, development, and design of mechanically oriented projects for campus buildings. Technical opinions, reviews and documents to provide safe, reliable, comfortable, productive, sustainable, and cost-effective facilities to support the Mission of the University. Assist in the project scoping to assess the needs of projects. Provide support to other units.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 19, 2025. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered.

Steam and Power Plant III – Apply by May 17

To operate boilers, steam turbine-generator sets, electrical distribution switchgear and steam control devices for campus supply, as well as all auxiliary systems required to support the operation of these systems.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 17, 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, klmccray@illinois.edu / 217-300-6211. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Safety/Environmental Compliance Associate – Apply by May 23

Under the administrative direction of the Director of Safety & Compliance, manage the campus fire extinguisher inspection and maintenance program on behalf of the Occupational Safety and Health Department (OSH).

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 23, 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 Lance Oliver- Oliverl@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Temperature Control Mechanic – Apply by May 19

To troubleshoot, repair, and install all temperature control systems on campus and perform routine maintenance as assigned. Cooperates with fellow members of Systems and Controls team, members of F&S members and customers. Work assignments and instructions may be by written work orders or verbal instructions from the direct supervisor.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 19th 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 sarshad4@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Storekeeper I – Apply by May 20

Fills orders by picking, packing, stocking and staging material. Stock shelves and cages with the appropriate material upon their receipt to include but not limited to wood, sheet metal, and gases. Receives material in Aim. Demonstrates expertise for two or more functional areas. Functional areas are defined as: receiving, counters, pick and packing, returns, issuing stock, stocking shelves, and loading and unloading.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on May 20, 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 Syed Arshad at sarshad4@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

Assistant Director for Contract Administration – Apply by June 10

The Assistant Director for Contract Administration oversees the contract administration function of Capital Programs and the procurement of construction-related services, including development and implementation of policies and procedures related to the procurement of construction and construction-related services in accordance with university policy and the Illinois Procurement Code.

Applications must be received by 6 p.m. (Central Time) on June 10, 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, klmccray@illinois.edu or call 217-300-6211. 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.

Diverse Internship Program

The program is available to students enrolled on the Urbana campus. The Diverse 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.