CARPENTER

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

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at an established state agency, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining and improving facilities. As a Carpenter, you'll utilize your skills to perform essential carpentry work, ensuring safety and quality standards are met. This position offers a stable work environment with a commitment to community service, allowing you to contribute meaningfully while enjoying a robust benefits package. If you are passionate about craftsmanship and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Pension Program

Health Insurance

Paid Sick Days

Paid Vacation Days

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Schedules

Commuter Savings Program

Deferred Compensation Program

Qualifications

• Completion of four years of high school required.
• Approved apprenticeship program to qualify as a journey level carpenter.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled carpentry work in construction and maintenance.
• Work in the carpenter shop and perform cabinet work.
• Adhere to safety precautions and standards.

Skills

Carpentry

Safety Procedures

Cabinet Work

Education

High School Diploma

Approved Apprenticeship Program

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 46402

Opening Date: 05/01/2025

Closing Date: 05/14/2025

Agency: Department of Human Services

Class Title: CARPENTER - 06650

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,589.14 - $10,116.36 per month ($55.11 - $58.14 per hour)

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Kane

Number of Vacancies: 2

Bargaining Unit Code: PR000

Merit Comp Code

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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.

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.

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.

Position Overview

The Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Carpenter for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois to perform skilled carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, repair, or alteration. Works in the carpenter shop and performs cabinet work. Exercises, follows, and pays close attention to appropriate safety precautions and procedures in the use and handling of tools and equipment at work sites and residential and programming/training areas. Determines supplies needed to perform carpentry or cabinet work. Adheres to applicable Public Health, Public Aid, Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), and Accreditation Council for People with Developmental Disabilities (ACDO) standards. Travels in performance of job duties.

Essential Functions

• Performs skilled carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, repair, or alteration at Elgin Mental Health Center.
• Works in the carpenter shop.
• Performs cabinet work.
• Exercises, follows, and pays close attention to appropriate safety precautions and procedures in the use and handling of tools and equipment at work sites and residential and programming/training areas.
• Determines supplies needed to perform carpentry or cabinet work.
• Adheres to applicable Public Health, Public Aid, Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), and Accreditation Council for People with Developmental Disabilities (ACDO) standards.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skills, and menial development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
• Requires completion of an approved apprenticeship program to qualify as a journey level carpenter.
  
  

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to climb ladders, stairs, and roofs and access all locations at the facility.
• Requires ability to lift 75 pounds with assistance.
• Requires an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
• Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
• All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
  
  

Work Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday; 30-minute unpaid lunch

Engineering

Work Location: 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123

Division of Mental Health

Elgin Mental Health Center

Trades

Agency Contact: [e-mail]

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Social Services

About The Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
  

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees - a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com - click "Application Procedures" in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The Main Form Of Communication Will Be Through Email. Please Check Your "junk Mail", "spam", Or "other" Folder For Communication(s) Regarding Any Submitted Application(s). You May Receive Emails From The Following Addresses

• [e-mail]
• [e-mail]
  
  

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Job Industries

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