BUILDING/GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Agency: Illinois State Police

Position Title: Building/Grounds Maintenance Worker, Divsion of Academy and Training, Facilities Support Section.
Closing Date/Time: 10/29/2024
Salary: Anticipated Start Salary $4412 Monthly; Full Range $4412-$5991 Monthly  
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC042

 

• Please upload a copy of your official/unoffical transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
• Note: The Illinois State Police must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
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• This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
• All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
• Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Why work for Illinois?

Working with the state of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs with generous compensation that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

Posting Identification Number  41676 

Position Overview

In this position you will be traveling and performing a variety of building, mechanical and grounds work at the ISP Academy and the Pawnee Training Facility including mechanical work at the Quartermaster. Additionally, you will be maintaining and performing general repairs of all Academy equipment, and facilities heating and air conditioning systems. You will be assisting with maintenance of the grounds at the Academy and Pawnee Training Facility as well as maintaining the Academy and Pawnee Training Facility parking. You will be performing basic electrical repairs to Academy and Pawnee Training Facility equipment.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Maintains and performs general repairs of all Academy and Pawnee Training Facility equipment.
• Assists with maintenance of facilities' heating and air conditioning systems.
• Assists with maintenance of the grounds at the Academy and Pawnee Training Facility.
• Maintains the Academy and Pawnee Training Facility parking lots.
• Performs basic electrical repairs to Academy equipment.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school plus one (1) year of maintenance work experience preferably associated with the building and mechanical trades and/or heavy equipment operation.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience working with construction and maintenance tools, equipment and materials.
• One (1) year experience working with one or more of the building and mechanical trades.
• Two (2) years’ experience using hand and power tools, operating heavy equipment or performing semiskilled manual work in a safe manner.
• One (1) year experience working with chemicals for lawn and building care.
• One (1) year experience following oral and/or written instruc