Job Title: Construction Laborer - University Housing
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Full Time
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Collegiate Faculty, Staff, Administration Construction, Mining and Trades Education
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Urbana, IL
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<p><span style="font-family: Arial"></span></p><h2 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Construction Laborer - University Housing</span></h2><h3 style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">University Housing Facilities Maintenance</span></h3><p style="text-align: center"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI""><img src="https://illinois.csod.com/clientimg/illinois/jobAdUploads/Block%20I.png" alt="" style="width: 30px; height: 44px"></span></p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">University Housing provides an essential element of theIllinois experience, with hundreds of employees across seven units workingtogether to build and maintain safe, healthy and welcoming homes for ourresidents. We value the many diverse voices, opinions, experiences andidentities of the Illinois community, and our commitment to diversity, equityand inclusion is woven into each of our interactions, programs and decisions.</span><p><span style="font-family: Arial"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">With 26 residence halls, three apartment complexes, ninedining locations, multiple storage facilities, miles of sidewalk, a quad and somuch more to care for - our Facilities team has its hands full. UniversityHousing Facilities include maintenance, facility planning, engineering,interior design and building service. <br><h4>Job Summary</h4>Perform physical labor on construction and maintenance work where some skill and experience are required. All University Housing staff will foster a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment within University Housing.<h4><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Duties & Responsibilities</span></h4><ul><li><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Performs various tasks including setting up barricades, installing signposts, demolishing for renovation projects, laying and leveling asphalt, asbestos abatement, drilling holes in concrete, flagging and managing traffic control, attends pre-job meetings for coordination purposes and recommends proper tools for work efficiency.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Assists in excavation work by hand digging ditches or trenches, backfilling excavations, breaking out concrete or asphalt, compacting and leveling earth to grade specifications, and shoring/bracing underground excavation. Assists and coordinates with other crafts for the delivery of materials and the cleaning of debris from work sites. Coordinate the placement of dumpsters and heavy machinery with Facilities and Services personnel.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards (e.g., measures, marks and records openings and distances to lay out areas where construction work will be performed).</span></li><li>Erects and disassembles scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures.</li><li>Assists in the repair and replacement of sewer lines. Rods, brushes, and flushes lateral and side sewer lines. Cleans out and clears window wells and exterior drains of leaves and other debris.</li><li>Signals equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI""><strong>Additional Physical Demands</strong></span></span></p><p><span style="font-family: Arial"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Positioninvolves frequent physical activity, which may include moving equipment,navigating vertical spaces, moving about the worksite on varied surfaces,reaching and retrieving items at lower heights, and handling materials andequipment.<h4 style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Minimum Qualifications</span></h4><ul><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">High school diploma or equivalent.</span></li><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">One (1) year (12 months) of experience in the use of tools and equipment commonly used by laborers in the construction trade (examples of equipment may include: air hammer, concrete saw, patent scaffolding, trench digging equipment, etc.) and experience should include knowledge of asbestos removal/handling.</span></li></ul><h4 style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</span></h4><ul><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Knowledge of basic arithmetic.</span></li><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of buildings or other structures.</span></li><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. </span></li><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Knowledge of erecting scaffolding and rigging supports.</span></li><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Knowledge of safety procedures.</span></li><li style="text-align: left"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Ability to follow instructions.</span></li></ul></span></span></p><h4><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Appointment Information</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">This is a 100% full-time Civil Service 2210 - Construction Laborer position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the close of the search. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">The wage for this position is $35.51 per hour. Finalsalary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available marketdata, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications,collective bargaining agreements, and budget constraints.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Sponsorship for work authorization is notavailable for this position.</span></p><p><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 9pt; font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif"><strong><span style="color: #13294B">Work Schedule:</span></strong> M-F, 8 AM-4:30PM. This position will be expected to work at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus on a full-time basis per the </span><a href="https://humanresources.illinois.edu/employee-experience/new-employee/workplace-flexibility/"><span style="font-size: 9pt; font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif">University’s Workplace Flexibility policy</span></a><span style="color: #000000; font-size: 9pt; font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif">.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at <a href="https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx" target="_blank">https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx</a>.</span></p><span style="font-family: Arial"><h4><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Application Procedures & Deadline Information</span></h4><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Applications must be received by <strong><span style="color: #13294B">6:00 pm (Central Time)</span> </strong>on <strong><span style="color: #13294B">May 28, 2026</span></strong>. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. In order to be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. Applications not submitted through <a href="https://jobs.illinois.edu">https://jobs.illinois.edu</a> will not be considered.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI""><strong><span style="color: #FF5F05">Candidate Documents</span></strong></span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI""> When submitting your application, please submit acover letter, resume, names/contact information for three professionalreferences and driver's license. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">For further information about this specific position, please contact University Housing Human Resources at careers@housing.illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.</span></p><p></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign — the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions — <strong>every staff member helps shape what’s next</strong>. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence — where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">Learn about <a href="https://makeitcu.com/" title="https://makeitcu.com/">Champaign-Urbana</a>, our campus and thecommunity we hope you choose to live and work in.</span></p></span><p><font size="2"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif; line-height: 107%">For more information regarding employment at University Housing, please visit our recruitment website at </span><a href="https://recruitment.housing.illinois.edu/"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif; line-height: 107%">University Housing Recruitment</span></a><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI", sans-serif; line-height: 107%">.</span></font></p><span style="font-family: Arial"><font size="2"></font><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI""><em>Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.</em></span></p><p id="benefitStatement"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">This position is intended to be <a href="https://go.illinois.edu/workatillinois">eligible for benefits</a>. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.</span></p><hr><p align="center"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">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 <a href="https://go.uillinois.edu/noticesandposters" target="_blank">Required Employment Notices and Posters</a> to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through <a href="https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf" target="_blank">E-Verify</a>.</span></p><p align="center"><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI"">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 <a href="http://go.illinois.edu/accommodationportal" title="http://go.illinois.edu/accommodationportal">reasonable accommodation portal</a>, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or <a title="mailto:accessibility@illinois.edu">accessibility@illinois.edu</a>.</span></p><hr><p><span style="font-family: "Segoe UI""><strong>Requisition ID</strong>: 1036378<br><strong>Job Category</strong>: Crafts & Trades<br><strong>Apply at:</strong> <a href="https://jobs.illinois.edu">https://jobs.illinois.edu</a></span></p><a name="HEJobs" type="hidden" value=""></a><a name="Billing_Name" type="hidden" value=""></a><a name="Billing_Email" type="hidden" value=""></a></span>
