Site Technician II - CDL Heavy Equipment & Grounds

Illinoiscomptroller; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources seeks a Site Technician II for Gebhard Woods State Park to maintain site buildings, grounds, and equipment. This role operates a 35-foot aerial lift, hauls materials, prunes areas, and may supervise seasonal staff and volunteers.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and two years of maintenance or farming experience; a Class A CDL with air brakes is required within six months, and a pesticide operator's license within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years maintenance or farming experience.
• Experience with building trades and/or heavy equipment operation is preferred.
• Must obtain pesticide operator's license within 6 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Repairs and maintains buildings, fixtures, equipment; operates heavy equipment.
• Operates 35-foot aerial lift and hauls material to maintain trails.
• Maintains ground areas and trails; performs signage and bridge upkeep.
• Provides leadership to seasonal staff and volunteers as needed.
• Sells camping permits and firewood permits to the public.
• Supports safety and security programs at the site.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor/groundskeeping

Leadership of seasonal staff

Tools

CDL with Air Brakes

Job description

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources seeks a Site Technician II for Gebhard Woods State Park to maintain site buildings, grounds, and equipment. This role operates a 35-foot aerial lift, hauls materials, prunes areas, and may supervise seasonal staff and volunteers.

Qualified candidates have a high school diploma and two years of maintenance or farming experience; a Class A CDL with air brakes is required within six months, and a pesticide operator's license within six months.