MAINTENANCE WORKER POWER PLANT

Job Requisition ID: 45258 

Opening Date:  03/31/2025
Closing Date/Time: 04/11/2025​
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: MAINT WORKER POWER PLANT - 25510 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,365.92 - $8,700.00 per month ($48.08 - $50.00 per hour)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Clinton
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: PR000

 

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.

 

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number  45258

 

 

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Position Overview

The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Maintenance Worker – Power Plant for the Murray Developmental Center located in Centralia, Illinois to receive day-to-day guidance and assignments from the Chief Stationary Engineer. Performs cleaning, preventive maintenance and routine maintenance of power plant operating equipment and systems. Assists engineering staff in power plant operations. Operates coal conveyers and heavy equipment. Lifts up to 75 pounds independently and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Travels to various work sites to perform job duties.

Essential Functions

• Receives day-to-day guidance and assignments from the Chief Stationary Engineer at the Murray Developmental Health Center.
• Assists engineering staff with inspecting control boards in plant mechanical room equipment including air handlers, circulating pumps, radiant heat pumps humidifiers, pneumatic distribution system and electrical panels and makes minor repairs.
• Performs housekeeping duties within the boiler room, cooling tower and physical plant mechanical rooms including sweeping, mopping, d