Site Technician II (Ump)
Site Technician II (Ump)
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47208
Closing Date: 05/30/2025
Agency:Department of Natural Resources
Class Title:SITE TECHNICIAN II 41132(Upward Mobility Program)
Skill Option:UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4412 per month; Full Range $4412 $5991 per month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Henderson
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC028
Merit Comp Code:N/A
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 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.
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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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Site Technician II at Big River State Forest for The Office of Land Management. This position will perform routine grounds maintenance and janitorial duties including plowing snow plumbing repairs HVAC maintenance use and maintenance of a variety of power tools and testing equipment. Big River State Forest in western Illinois Henderson County is 8 miles north of Oquawka on the OquawkaKeithsburg blacktop. The forest is managed primarily to demonstrate sound forestry practices with demonstrations and talks on these practices available to interested welcome all interested candidates to apply.
Essential Functions
- Under direct supervision regularly performs semiskilled maintenance and repair tasks in maintenance and operation projects at Big River Delabar Henderson County Conservation Area Henderson Creek Access Area and Crosses Corner Access Area.
- Operates tractors farming machinery trucks tree spades stump cutters and ATV and snowmobiles with hydraulics to perform maintenance.
- Assists with maintenance of site buildings and grounds.
- Assist with safety and security of the sites.
- Participates in the operation of the site programs.
- Provides leadership and direction to seasonal employees volunteers and other staff.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and two years maintenance or farming experience preferably associated with the building trades and/or the operation of heavy equipment and machinery.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of working knowledge of tools and equipment used in the trades and/or operation of heavy equipment or farm machinery and implements and/or warehousing.
- Two (2) years of experience following written and oral instructions.
- One (1) year of experience informing visitors of site facilities programs rules and regulations.
- One (1) year of experience in outdoor recreation.
- One (1) year of experience in groundskeeping.
Conditions of Employment
Applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment with or without reasonable accommodation to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.
- Requires completion of a background check and selfdisclosure of criminal history.
- Requires Valid Class A Illinois Commercial Drivers License with Air Brakes.
- Ability to obtain pesticide operators license within 6 months of employment.
- Requires ability to withstand exposure to the elements on a yearround basis.
- Physical ability to operate and maintain tools equipment and materials utilized in the maintenance repair and care of site resources buildings and grounds.
- Ability to lift carry and transport loads exceeding sixty pounds.
- Ability to walk over rough and broken terrain.
- Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Agency and Division Statement
DNR Agency Statement
Charged with preserving protecting and promoting Illinois natural resources the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water wildlife wetlands and oil wells parks historic sites and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois IDNR employees receive excellent benefits including health vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pretax benefit programs; flexible/remote work schedules may be available for certain positions.
Office of Land Management
The Office of Land Management (OLM) oversees nearly 400 individual parcels of land and institutes a wide variety of programs and activities advocating outdoor recreation through sustainable use conservation and preservation. The Historic Sites Division of the Office of Land Management oversees 57 Historic Sites Monuments and Memorials. OLM facilitates activities from small group interpretive programming at Historical Sites to hiking hunting fishing boating and camping.
Work Hours:Nov 1 March 31: Monday Friday 7:30AM 3:30PM;April 1 October 31: Tuesday Saturday 7:30AM 3:30PM
Work Location: Big River State Forest1337 Township Rd 2850 N Keithsburg IL 61442
Agency Contact:Vicky Fowler
Phone #:(217)
Posting Group:Environmental & Natural Resources
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
