Building Services Maintenance Worker II

Building Services Maintenance Worker II

Salary

$64,832.77 - $78,972.82 Annually

Location

Champaign Public Works, IL

Job Type

Full Time

Department

Public Works

Opening Date

05/22/2026

Closing Date

6/7/2026 11:59 PM Central

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit

AFSCME

• Description
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Position Overview

Are you looking for an opportunity that will give you a sense of satisfaction from putting in a good day's work? The City of Champaign Public Works Department is seeking a results and team-oriented individual with a broad general knowledge in multiple trades areas to keep the various City facilities and building systems in excellent condition as a Building Maintenance Worker II. Does this sound like you? Then apply today to join our team!

Job Responsibilities

As the Building Services Maintenance Worker II, you will join a talented team that performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties related to the repair and maintenance of City buildings, properties, and equipment and contractor coordination. Any day may include diagnosing facility problems; performing repair work in a variety of different craft areas, such as electrical, plumbing, locksmithing, lighting, carpentry, HVAC, drywall, and painting; operating heavy/small equipment and hand tools; and scheduling contractor repairs and services. You will use computers to diagnose and monitor building systems, review electronic schematics and blueprints, and complete work orders. Our Building Services Maintenance Workers provides excellent customer service at all times, including stressful or difficult situations, and must be available to respond to weather and other emergency situations that may require working up to 16-hour shifts with little notice.

Maintenance Worker positions may be filled at the I or II level. Level II positions require the ability to operate Public Works equipment on a regular basis without supervision. Newly hired or current employees who are promoted, transferred, or voluntarily demoted to Maintenance Worker positions will be paid at the Maintenance Worker I level until successfully demonstrating equipment operation competency through proficiency testing or completion of the Public Works Department training program.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent. Completed coursework without a diploma or certificate will be considered.
• Work experience in the maintenance and repair of facilities through the use of trades, such as electrical, plumbing, locksmithing, lighting, carpentry, HVAC, drywall, painting and building systems.
• An equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered.
• Ability to use computers and mobile device as needed in the performance of assigned duties.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to lift up to 70lbs frequently in the performance of duties, with or without accommodation.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Possession of, or the ability to successfully obtain within a timeframe approved by the Building Services Supervisor, a Class B CDL without air brake restriction issued by the State of Illinois.
• Ability to successfully complete forklift and end loader training programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of a trade course or technical training in a relevant field.
• Experience using equipment commonly used in building repairs.
• Ability to learn computerized systems, such as work order management, keyless access and computerized HVAC systems.
• Experience managing contractors and vendors.

Pre-employment drug screening, driving record review, criminal background check and ongoing random drug testing will be required. The base salary range is $28.81 - $31.16 per hour, not including longevity and depending on current rate of pay. Applications must be submitted online no later than Sunday, June 7, 2026.

Other Information

Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.

The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environme nt and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The City of Champaigns mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environme nt and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the citys mission and values at https://champaignil.gov/city-managers-office

This position is covered under the City of Champaign American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Bargaining Unit labor agreement. This information is current as of February 12, 2026.

HEALTH INSURANCE

The City of Champaign offers a robust PPO Select Network plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois with a $500 individual and $1,000 family deductible. The plan covers nearly 98% of providers and facilities across the State of Illinois and grants access to providers nation-wide through Blue Cross Blue Shield. The City of Champaign pays up to $606.10 of the employee (single) health insurance premium and 50 percent of the dependent premium for continuous full-time employees. Premiums for single employee coverage above $606.10 per month are shared by the employee and the City. For the 2026/2027 plan year, AFSCME employees contribute 1.7719% of salary towards employee only health care. Premiums may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Health insurance coverage begins on the date of hire and ends on the employee's last day of work at the City.

Health Insurance Premiums PPO (2026-27 Plan Year)

Type of Coverage

City Pays (per month)

Employee Pays (per month)

Employee Only

$606.10 + City share of premium above $606.10

1.7719% of salary

Spouse

$644.00

$644.00

Children (one or more)

$399.50

$399.50

Family (spouse and children)

$690.50

$690.50

DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE

Employees may purchase dental and/or vision insurance through payroll deduction. Employees pay 100 percent of the monthly premium for this coverage. Premiums for dental and vision insurance may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Dental and vision insurance begins after waiting for one complete calendar month (e.g., if hire date is in the month of January, coverage begins on March 1st).

The dental plan has two options: Delta Dental Network Low Plan (PPO) and Delta Dental High Plan.

Dental Premiums

Type of Coverage

Low Monthly Premium

High Monthly Premium

Employee Only

$25.54

$ 44.50

Employee/Spouse

$52.57

$ 91.60

Employee/Children

$60.01

$102.82

Family

$95.76

$163.08

Vision insurance is provided by EyeMed.

Vision Premiums

Type of Coverage

Monthly Premium

Employee Only

$ 7.34

Employee/One Dependent

$13.94

Family

$20.48

LIFE INSURANCE

The City provides a $20,000 term life insurance policy through The Hartford. Premiums are paid by the City. Employees may elect to purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for themselves up to 5x their annual salary or $500,000 (whichever is lower), through payroll deduction. Employees may also purchase term life for their spouses/dependents.

• Employee voluntary supplemental life insurance coverage can be purchased in $10,000 increments and the price is calculated based on the employees age.
• Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their spouses up to half the amount purchased for themselves in $5,000 increments. Cost is calculated based on the employees age.
• Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their dependent children in the amount of $10,000 for any/all eligible children.
• Employees may purchase Basic Life Insurance for their spouse and eligible dependent children.
• Option #1: $3.60/month for $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for any/all eligible children.
• Option #2: $1.80/month for $5,000 for spouse and $2,000 for any/all eligible children.

SICK LEAVE

Employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 3.69 hours per pay period (approximately 1 day per month), subject to labor contract provisions.

VACATION

Vacation accrual rates are based on years of service. Employees are eligible to take vacation after six months of employment. Requests for leave to be taken during the initial six months of employment must be

approved by the employee's supervisor and may be permitted through a combination of personal leave, unpaid leave, flex time, and/or compensatory time.

Vacation accrual rates and maximum accumulations are:

Years of Service

Biweekly Accrual/Year

Max Accumulation

Through the 4th year

4.00 hours/13 days

200 hours/25 days

Beginning 5th year

4.15 hours/13.5 days

220 hours/27.5 days

Beginning 6th year

4.62 hours/15 days

240 hours/30 days

Beginning 7th year

5.08 hours/16.5 days

260 hours/32.5 days

Beginning 8th year

5.54 hours/18 days

280 hours/35 days

Beginning 12th year

6.00 hours/19.5 days

312 hours/39 days

Beginning 15th year

6.15 hours/20 days

312 hours/39 days

Beginning 20th year

6.77 hours/22 days

320 hours/40 days

Beginning 25th year

7.69 hours/25 days

400 hours/50 days

PERSONAL LEAVE

At the beginning of each fiscal year, employees are credited with three personal days (24 hours). Personal leave may not be accumulated and carried over into the next fiscal year (July 1st). Personal leave during the first year of employment varies based on the date of employment.

Date of Hire

Personal Leave Credits

7/1 - 10/31

24 hours

11/1 - 2/29

16 hours

3/1 - 6/30

8 hours

HOLIDAYS

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Friday after Thanksgiving

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

Employees may be required to work on holiday(s). Those employees receive additional compensation or time off.

PENSION

Illinois state law requires that eligible municipal employees be covered by the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Employee contributions to IMRF are 4.5 percent of salary and are tax-deferred. For 2026,

the City contributes 7.97 percent of eligible employee's salaries to IMRF. In addition, IMRF members are covered by Social Security (FICA). Obtain additional information by contacting IMRF at 1-800-ASK-IMRF. Employees are eligible to contribute additional funds to IMRF through Voluntary Additional Contributions.

Per IMRF Guidelines, all "unused, unpaid sick leave" goes towards IMRF service credit for employees who retire from the City and whose effective date of their pension is within 60 days of their retirement. You will earn one month of service credit for every 20 days of unused, unpaid sick leave at the time of retirement. Employees with 1-20 days of unused, unpaid sick leave receive one (1) month of additional service credit, employees with 21-40 days of unused, unpaid sick leave will receive two (2) months, etc. If you have any questions regarding this, you can reach out to the Human Resources Department or IMRF directly.

RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS)

A retirement health savings plan administered by the Mission Square Retirement Corporation has been established for AFSCME employees. AFSCME employees participate in the plan at separation or retirement of employment by contributing a portion of sick, vacation, and comp time leave balances. Threshold leave balance amounts are applicable. This account is available for use by the employee at retirement or separation of service. Eligible uses of the funds include medical expenses such as health insurance premiums, dental/vision expenses, coinsurance, and co-pays for employees, spouse, and/or dependents.

LONGEVITY PAY

Employees receive longevity pay based upon their years of continuous employment with the City. Longevity pay is an addition to the employees' base wage rate, as follows:

Years of Service

Longevity Rate

5 years

2.5 percent

10 years

5.0 percent

15 years

7.5 percent

20 years

10.0 percent

25 years

12.5 percent

DEFFERED COMPENSATION PLAN

The City of Champaign offers employees the opportunity to participate in a tax-deferred annuity plan and/or Roth plan of the Mission Square Retirement Corporation through payroll deduction. This is an optional plan with no City contributions. More information may be obtained by contacting Client Services (1-800-669-7400) or Human Resources at 217-403-8770.

RESIDENCY INCENTIVE REIMBURSEMENT

The City offers a Residency Incentive Reimbursement of $2,500 to AFSCME employees who establish residency or relocate within the City of Champaign (or Champaign County for METCAD employees). Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Human Resources Department. NOTE: not all Champaign addresses are within the municipal limits of the City of Champaign. Applicants for the Residency Incentive may check whether an address is within the city limits using the Maps function on the City of Champaign's website under the IT Department.

UNION DUES

The AFSCME union establishes regularly monthly dues which are collected by the City through payroll deduction on behalf of the union. Dues are currently $60.18.

CONTRACT

View the current American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Bargaining Unit contract at champaignil.gov/hr/jobs/bargaining-units.

01

Please check all that apply below that best describes your educational background:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completed coursework but no high school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a trade course or technical training in a relevant field
• Certification and/or coursework in the trades.

02

Please provide the name of any relevant trade courses or certifications that you have completed. Be sure to provide the name of the educational institution/agency.

03

Please describe your experience in the areas of Electrical, Lighting, and Building Systems (e.g., fire control, key/access entry, etc.). Provide sufficient detail so we may assess your qualifications in these areas. Enter N/A if you have no experience in the areas listed.

04

Please describe your experience in the areas of Plumbing and HVAC. Provide sufficient detail so we may assess your qualifications in these areas. Enter N/A if you have no experience in the areas listed.

05

Please describe your experience in the areas of Carpentry, Installing Drywall, Painting, and Locksmithing. Provide sufficient detail so we may assess your qualifications in these areas. Enter N/A if you have no experience in the areas listed.

06

Please describe your experience troubleshooting problems in buildings or building systems. Enter N/A if you have no experience in this area.

07

Select from below the ways in which you have experience using computers/mobile devices. Select all that apply:

• Access email
• Create documents using Microsoft Word or similar word processing software
• Create spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet software
• Access/view websites
• Access/view blueprints
• Access/view/update service requests or work orders
• None of the above

08

Select from below the ways in which you have experience providing customer service. Check all that apply:

• In person
• By email
• By telephone
• None of the above

09

Please describe your experience providing excellent customer service in stressful or emotional situations. Enter N/A if you have no experience in this area.

10

Are you able to perform the duties of the job including stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting up to 70lbs frequently in the performance of duties, with or without accommodation?

• Yes
• No

11

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

12

Do you possess or are you able to obtain within a timeframe approved by the Building Services Supervisor and maintain a class B Illinois commercial driver's license without air brake restriction?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you available and willing to work 12 to 16-hour shifts as needed, to respond to snow and ice events or other Public Works emergencies?

• Yes
• No

14

Are you able to complete forklift and end loader training provided by the Public Works Department?

• Yes
• No

15

Please select from below the tools and equipment with which you have experience. Check all that apply:

• Hammer
• Screwdriver
• Drill
• Level
• Meter
• Saw
• Scissor lift
• Single-person lift
• Dump truck
• End loader
• None of the above

16

Please describe your experience with work order management, keyless access, and computerized HVAC systems. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A.

17

Select the areas below in which you have experience working with contractors and vendors. Check all that apply:

• Soliciting quotes
• Scheduling
• Monitoring work
• Reviewing work for completion
• Managing recurring services
• None of the above

18

Please describe your experience removing snow from sidewalks and streets and list all the snow removal equipment you have used in the past. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A.

Required Question

Employer City of Champaign

Address 102 North Neil St.

Floor 1

Champaign, Illinois, 61820

Phone (217) 403-8770

Website http://www.champaignil.gov