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Building Service Foreman - Residence Life-East

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Dec 05, 2025
Building Service Foreman - Residence Life-East Building Service Foreman - Residence Life-East Hiring Department: Residence Life-East Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1038571 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 6:00AM - 2:30PM Shift: Days # of Positions: 1 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: December 7, 2025 Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $28.50 - 29.13 / Hourly Wage About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. 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. The Building Service Foreman will provide field or "job area" supervision for Building Service Workers assigned to Campus Housing. Duties & Responsibilities: Complete an assigned schedule daily. Assign, control, and inspect the work/work checklists to be performed by Building Service employees, including Building Service Workers and/or student BS Aides, or both & ensure that work rules, protocols & procedures are followed. Ensure departmental cleaning standards are met and/or improve and directs corrective measures when needed. Responsible for making recommendations for further improvements. Assess cleaning needs of assigned area(s) and manage workforce output accordingly. Establish and maintain appropriate relationships and communication with other housekeeping personnel, residence life staff, and residents affected by and concerned with custodial services and conduct performance evaluations. Counsel staff in areas of required improvement and participate in disciplinary processes as necessary. Assist in the testing and evaluation of cleaning techniques, products, and equipment. Inventory, secure, request, and distribute cleaning supplies and direct movement of equipment. Inspect and direct minor housekeeping equipment repairs. Participate in strategic planning for facilities needs related to staffing levels and future projects. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required: High school graduation or equivalent. Three (3) years (36 months) of experience in building custodial work. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment. 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. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/18544?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-cff18ee9283f6148ba8c52354fb71f3e