Building Service Worker

Champaign Park District – Part-Time, PT2 (not to exceed 19 hours per week on average)

About the Job

As a Building Service Worker, you’ll help keep Champaign Park District facilities clean, safe, and welcoming for the community. Your work ensures that parks, recreation centers, and event spaces are well-maintained, operational, and ready for daily use. From custodial care to event setup and minor maintenance, you’ll play a hands-on role in supporting smooth facility operations across the district.

Summary of Responsibilities

• • Clean and maintain assigned buildings, including restrooms, floors, windows, and common areas
• • Perform routine custodial tasks and support additional cleaning needs as assigned
• • Safely operate and maintain custodial tools, vehicles, and equipment
• • Assist with event and program setup, including arranging furniture and equipment
• • Maintain exterior facility appearance and perform seasonal outdoor tasks
• • Report facility or equipment issues, vandalism, and safety concerns
• • Enforce Park District rules and support a secure environment
• • Perform minor repairs, including accessing confined spaces or elevated areas
• • Lift up to 60 pounds unassisted and operate various maintenance equipment
• • Work additional hours as requested and travel between district locations
• • Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and compliance with Park District policies
• • Other duties as assigned

Why Work With Us

At the Champaign Park District, you’ll join a supportive team committed to community service and high-quality public facilities. This role provides hands-on experience in facility operations, maintenance skills, and safe equipment use. You’ll work in a positive environment where teamwork is valued, and contributions are recognized.

Benefits Summary

Benefits vary based on employment classification, but Park District employees generally enjoy:

• • Training and certification opportunities (First Aid, CPR/AED, safety programs, and more)
• • Professional development in custodial maintenance, facility operations, and safety practices
• • Access to district-wide training resources
• • A respectful, team-focused workplace

About the Champaign Park District

The Champaign Park District enriches the community through positive recreational experiences, stewardship of natural spaces, and accessible programs for all ages. With a focus on safety, service, and community engagement, the District plays a vital role in enhancing quality of life throughout Champaign.

Who This Position Is Ideal For

This role is perfect for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in creating clean and safe environments, and thrives in an active setting. It’s a great fit for dependable, detail-oriented individuals who value teamwork, variety in their workday, and contributing to the well-being of the community.

The Champaign Park District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace that is free from discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employees are required to comply with our equal opportunity and harassment laws, policies, and procedures.

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must be willing to travel to different locations thru out the district
• Ability to understand and work from written and oral instructions
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and sanitation techniques
• Ability to operate power equipment and hand tools in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment by established procedures
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid Illinois driver’s license with clean driving record