AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (AIRCRAFT TECHNICIAN I)

Job Requisition ID: 54470 IPR #25-00846
Opening Date: 03/26/2026
Closing Date: 04/09/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Position Title: Aircraft Technician I 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $ 5,761 Monthly; Full Range: $ 5,761 - $ 9,548 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

 

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 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.

 

Position Overview

 

This position is accountable for assisting the Aircraft Maintenance Foreman in providing for the maintenance requirements of all state-owned fixed- and rotary-wing aircrafts. This position is responsible for acting on flight generated discrepancies, monitoring deferred discrepancies, performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, and providing assistance for all aircraft inspection programs. The incumbent is further responsible for assisting in the housekeeping of the aircraft and maintenance facilities.

Essential Functions

• Provides for the expeditious disposition of discrepancies as well as all scheduled, unscheduled, androutine maintenance on all state aircraft.
• Ensures section supervision is kept advised of the status of discrepancies, work in progress, andestimated completion date.
• Provides for the cleanliness, operation of support equipment, and the general housekeeping of themaintenance facilities.
• Provides line service for state aircraft whenever the need arises.
• Performs duties in compliance with departmental safety rules. Performs all duties in a manner conduciveto the fair and equitable treatment of all employees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of two years of college PLUS a valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe andPowerplant (A&P) certificate OR four years of experience in the field of aircraft repair working as alicensed A&P technician PLUS a valid FAA A&P certificate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Cessna Single Engine Aircraft.
• Experience with Beechcraft King Air 350 Aircraft.
• Working knowledge of aviation maintenance software and on-line aviation maintenance manual systems.
• Avionics Maintenance Technician experience.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires a valid driver’s license.
• Requires successful completion of a background screening.
• Requires successful completion of a pre-employment examination and drug and alcohol testing, and random drug/alcohol testing.
• Requires occasional statewide travel, which may include overnight stays.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

 

The Illinois Depa