BuildingGrounds Maintenance Worker

Position Overview:

As a Buildings/Grounds Maintenance Worker for the Division of Forensic Science; Performs semi-skilled tasks including carpentry masonry electrical painting and plumbing assignments; performs semi-skilled labor in the maintenance of boilers repairs leaks in water and gas lines removes old parts and installs new mechanical washers and gaskets in boiler circulating pump fits and seals valves couplings and other fittings; performs minor plumbing air conditioning and/or electrical repair; pulls electrical wire installs conduit and electrical boxes; replaces switches and outlets; changes fuses; installs motors and belts; cleans convectors and filters; helps install and remove pipe and fittings; performs maintenance repairs and installations including but not limited to fences/gates doors/hardware locks windows appliances laboratory/office furniture and building and grounds equipment; constructs and installs shelves door/wall partitions panels temporary enclosures and other basic carpentry projects as required; patches and/or replaces drywall; replaces old and/or lays new floor tile baseboards and carpeting; constructs forms for concrete and mixes mortar; repairs roof leaks; assists other craftsmen as required; operates building and grounds equipment and utilizes hand and power tools as circumstances dictate; Sweeps mops scrubs waxes and buffs floors; vacuums and cleans carpets; cleans and disinfects restrooms and fixtures refills dispensers; cleans laboratory work area tops cabinets walls and blinds; mows and fertilizes lawn trims hedge removes weeds rakes leaves waters lawn and shrubbery; sweeps walks and entrances; removes snow and ice from walks and parking areas as needed; loads/unloads trucks of office and laboratory supplies and equipment; travel as necessary to transport laboratory supplies and equipment; disassembles/assembles office furniture and moves office laboratory equipment; operates pallet lift and pallet/hand encourages all those who qualify to apply!

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Health life vision and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

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 top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.