BUILDING/GROUNDS LABORER

Illinois State Police; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a diligent Building/Grounds Laborer to maintain the Illinois State Police Academy and Pawnee Training Facility. This role involves performing essential cleaning and maintenance tasks, ensuring the facilities remain welcoming and functional. Ideal candidates will have a strong work ethic and a commitment to service, as they will contribute to a team that values diversity and community support. With a robust benefits package and opportunities for career advancement, this position offers a chance to build a rewarding future in public service. If you are ready to take on this meaningful role, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Paid maternity/paternity leave

Pension Plan

Paid sick days

Paid vacation days

Paid personal days

Paid state holidays

Qualifications

• Knowledge equivalent to completion of high school required.
• Preferred experience in grounds maintenance and cleaning methods.

Responsibilities

• Cleans facilities and performs general maintenance tasks.
• Applies chemicals for floor maintenance and manages supplies.
• Adjusts thermostats and reports building issues.

Skills

Bilingual skills

General cleaning

Grounds maintenance

Manual labor

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Janitorial cleaning equipment

Grounds maintenance equipment

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Date: Jan 28, 2025

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62712-8609

Job Requisition ID: 44123

Position Title: Building/Grounds Laborer-Logistics Bureau/Facilities Support Section
Class Title:BUILDING/GROUNDS LABORER - 05598
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,246 Monthly; Full Range $4,246-$5,701 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2

• 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.
• Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
• Please upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

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. 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

Under immediate supervision, performs non-skilled general cleaning and ground maintenance of the Illinois State Police Academy classrooms, housing areas, offices, common areas and the buildings of the Pawnee Training Facility.

Essential Functions

• Cleans the Illinois State Police Academy and the Pawnee Training Facility.
• Applies and/or mixes chemicals to mop, strip, seal, and wax floors.
• Performs manual building and grounds functions.
• Take physical inventory of janitorial supplies, linen, furnishings, equipment, and other property items.
• Adjusts thermostats for energy control programs; completes “work orders” on building and furniture damage; reports and changes burned out light bulbs; inspects locks to ensure they are properly secured.
• Provides guidance and direction regarding the Academy facilities to new employees and in-house students.
• Sets up furniture, office equipment, and supplies in rooms.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two (2) years' experience of grounds maintenance equipment.
• Prefers three (3) years' experience of grounds/building maintenance and building cleaning methods.
• Prefers three (3) years' experience of the use and care of janitorial cleaning equipment.

Conditions of Employment

• Pass the Illinois State Police background investigation.
• Pass the Illinois State Police drug screening.
• Requires the ability to travel.
• Requires a valid driver's license.
• Requires ability to lift, carry, push and/or pull items weighing 50 pounds, bend, and crawl.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas.
• 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.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Work Location: 3700 E Lake Shore Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62712-8609

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

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