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Title: Extra Help Building Operating Engineer
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Building Maintenance

Job Summary

The purpose of this position, under supervision from a senior team member or supervisor, is to provide effective service to equipment and facilities, supporting the mission and goals of Event Management, Dining and Hospitality (EMDH). Facilities Services Building Operating Engineers coordinate and/or perform most aspects of maintenance and service for EMDH equipment and facilities, responding to calls for equipment, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, and heating/cooling issues. The individual maintains the safety of all staff, through the use of safe practices in equipment maintenance and installations. This position provides support, for the operational needs of the department.

Additional Information

Benefits include time away from work for eligible employees and the option to participate in the University’s 403(b) Plan.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$25.00 per hour

Required Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Two (2) years (24 months) of full-time (or part-time equivalent) employment in the maintenance of building mechanical equipment and/or as a mechanic of refrigeration, ventilation, and/or food-service equipment
3. Valid driver's license

Work Hours

Friday and Saturday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. May be additional hours on an as needed basis.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:

Must have manual dexterity and motor skills needed to perform mechanical repairs and work on a variety of machinery, appliances, hardware, and structures. Heavy physical exertion and activity will be required at times. Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.

Proposed Starting Date

September/October 2025

Optional Applicant Documents

Certification of Retirement Annuity

Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Special Instructions for Applicants

**This position does not qualify for student employment.

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work in the U.S. without ISU sponsorship. Sponsorship for work authorization will not be considered for this position.

Extra Help employees may only work up to 28 hours per week for all University employment. Employees are only paid for hours worked and do not qualify for most benefits including health insurance and retirement, with Illinois State University. However, Extra Help employees are eligible to participate in the University’s supplemental retirement savings plans (403b). Applicable retirement information is provided at the time of hire. There is no guarantee that working as Extra Help will lead to or secure permanent employment. In addition, extra help employees may only work up to 900 hours total during their employment.

Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.

Illinois State University is authorized to do business within the State of Illinois. All work under this appointment is required to be performed from within the State of Illinois. Illinois State University does not authorize out-of-state work.

Contact Information for Applicants

Colette Homan
Human Resources
309-438-8848
cshoman@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.