FACILITIES LABORER

Illinois Comptroller; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 51,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Life, Dental, Vision

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking a Facilities Laborer in Champaign to support buildings operations. The role involves handling moves of facilities, stocking supplies, and basic maintenance tasks, with heavy work as defined by the job description.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and may have 2 years of experience in facility moves, inventories or maintenance. This is a union position with comprehensive benefits and a pension program.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge and development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
• Two years of experience performing facility moves of office furniture, equipment, etc. from one work site to another.
• Two years of experience conducting inventories of facilities for a public or business organization.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Facilities Laborer.
• Operates equipment such as pallet jacks, dol­lies, hand tools, ladders, power carts, stackers, etc.
• Assists with moves of facilities.
• Delivers and checks quantity and quality of paper supplies to ensure paper is available to all offices.
• Performs scanning of property control as needed.
• Performs other duties as required within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Skills

Facility moves

Inventory management

Basic maintenance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power stacker

Dollies

Carts

Job description

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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

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. 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.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID: 57786 Opening Date: 08/13/2026 Closing Date: 08/27/2026 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: BUILDING/GROUNDS LABORER - 05598 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4568 monthly; Full Range $4568-$6133 monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Champaign Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC042 Residual Maintenance Workers, AFSCME 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.

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 Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Facilities Laborer. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Facilities Laborer
• Operates various types of equipment, such as pallet jacks, dollies, hand tools, ladders, power carts, stackers, postage meter, duplicating equipment, faxing and copying machinery, etc.
• Assists with moves of facilities
• Delivers and checks quantity and quality of paper supplies to ensure paper is available to all offices
• Performs scanning of property control on an as-needed basis
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a public or business organization performing facility moves of office furniture, equipment, etc. fromone work site to another
• 2 years of experience conducting inventories of facilities for a public or business organization
• 2 years of experience in a public or business organization exercising basic knowledge of building maintenance equipment use and care in the performance of duties

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass a background check
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license
• This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Requires ability to use hand tools, power stacker, dollies, carts, and power jacks
• Requires ability to perform basic repairs to facilities
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

About the Agency

About the Agency

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.

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

• 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 BillTraining/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

PUC#: 90702401

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).