SITE TECHNICIAN II - State of Illinois : Job Details

Job Requisition ID: 42826

Closing Date/Time: 11/25/2024

Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Class Title: SITE TECHNICIAN II - 41132 (Upward Mobility Program)

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,412 Monthly; Full Range $4,412 - $5,991 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Macoupin

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: RC028

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. 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.

Posting Identification Number 12-32-42826

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 Natural Resources is looking to hire a Site Technician 2 at Beaver Dam State Park. This position will conduct janitorial duties; planting greenery, plowing snow, patch roads; provide pertinent site information to visitors; minor repairs to plumbing/heating and air conditioning equipment, The ideal candidate will be able to utilize their experience in building trades skills, communication skills and love of the outdoors. Beaver Dam State Park is 750 acres located in Macoupin County, 7 miles southwest of Carlinville and situated in an oak/hickory woodland. It offers fishing, picnicking, hiking, and tent and trailer camping. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

* Under general direction, performs semi-skilled work in the maintenance to vehicles and equipment of the operation of Beaver Dam State Park

* Maintains tree removal throughout the Region 4 parks

* Operates, monitors, and repairs site equipment and outdoor facilities

* Maintains building interiors

* Engages in camper activities seasonally

* Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires education and experience equivalent to high school graduation and two years maintenance or farming experience preferably associated with the building trades and/or the operation of heavy equipment and machinery.

Preferred Qualifications

* Two (2) years of working knowledge of tools and equipment used in the trades and/or operation of heavy equipment or farm machinery and implements and/or warehousing

* Two (2) years of experience in following written and oral instructions

* One (1) year of experience informing visitors of site facilities, programs, rules, and regulation.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position:

* Ability to pass background check

* Valid driver's license

* Ability to obtain pesticide/herbicide operator's license within 6 months of employment

* Requires ability to withstand exposure to the elements on a year-round basis

* Requires physical ability to operate and maintain tools, equipment, and materials utilized in the maintenance, repair, and care of site resources, buildings, and grounds

* Requires ability to lift, carry, and transport loads exceeding sixty pounds

* Requires ability to walk over rough and broken terrain

* Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR certification

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency and Division Statements

DNR Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois' natural and cultural resources, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites - and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including, vision health and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs.

Office of Land Management

The Office of Land Management (OLM) oversees nearly 400 individual parcels of land and institutes a wide variety of programs and activities advocating outdoor recreation through sustainable use, conservation, and preservation. The Historic Sites Division of the Office of Land Management oversees 57 Historic Sites, Monuments, and Memorials. OLM facilitates activities from small group interpretive programming at Historical Sites, to hiking, hunting, fishing, boating, and camping.

Work Hours: Apr 1-Oct 31, Tues - Sat & Nov 1-March 31 Mon - Fri; 7am - 3pm w/ 1/2 lunch

Work Location: Beaver Dam State Park

Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (217) ###-####

Posting Group: Environmental & Natural Resources

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program. General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Title Descriptions. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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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.

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