ILLINOIS STATE FAIR SEASONAL WORKER - Buildings & Grounds

Job Requisition ID: 46521 
Closing Date:
​Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: CONSERVATION/HISTORIC PRESER WKR - 09317 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $18.81/hour
Job Type: Hourly
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 110
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: 

 

 

The Illinois Department of Agriculture is seeking individuals, for temporary employment not to exceed 6 months, for the Illinois State Fair summer season. Temporary employees are needed for the following area: Buildings and Grounds.  This is an ideal opportunity for anyone looking to work in a constantly changing fast paced environment.  Successful candidates will be individuals who can work promptly and efficiently in order to maintain that the Illinois State Fair, as well as non-fair events, run effectively.  Applicants are encouraged to apply early as offers for positions will be made on a first come first serve basis.

 

Illinois Department of Agriculture 2025 Seasonal Hire Employment Application Process

 

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.

 

Posting Identification Number 46521

 

 

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.

Essential Functions

• Under immediate supervision, and on a temporary basis for a period not to exceed 6 months, performs a variety of unskilled manual labor and/or simple clerical duties
• Sweeps, scrubs and polishes floors for maintenance of the public and non-public buildings on the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
• Moves heavy equipment and office equipment including chairs, desks, filing cabinets.
• Performs a variety of routine clerical duties.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of eight years of elementary school.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers elementary knowledge of materials, tools, equipment, and practices essential to grounds and building maintenance.
• Prefers experience with the operation of simple equipment, machinery, and tools.
• Prefers experience with understanding and following oral and written instructions.
• Prefers experience with maintaining satisfactory working relationships with management, other employees, and members of the public.
• Prefers the possession of an appropriate and valid driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment

• Must be able to work manual labor task for up to 10 hours a day or more.
• This position may require the position of a valid driver’s license.
• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
• This position may require the ability to complete a good deal of walking, standing, pushing, and pulling.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

 Work Hours:  varies 
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 
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