MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR - 2502000
Jacksonville, IL, US, 62650-1877
Agency: Department of Human Services
Opening Date: 6/23/2022
Closing Date/Time: 07/07/2022
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,945 - $6,593 per month, prorated for part time
Job Type: Hourly Part Time
County: Morgan
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: RC019
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 SuccessFactors.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Please attach a copy of your transcripts or diplomas for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.
Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.
Posting Identification Number 10-43-16307
Position Overview
Under direct supervision, performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks involved in the maintenance and operation of the automotive equipment at the Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD). Drives to transport students by bus and/or automobile. Monitors the ongoing maintenance of State-owned vehicles assigned to ISD. Performs simple repairs and adjustments to vehicles. Operates a variety of motorized equipment. Picks up or delivers mail.
Job Responsibilities
1. Performs a variety of semi-skilled tasks involved in the maintenance and operation of the automotive equipment at the Illinois School for the Deaf. Drives to transport students by bus and/or automobile to and from school, work programs, sporting events, school events, field trips, and any other school program or school trips.
2. Monitors the ongoing maintenance of State-owned vehicles assigned to ISD. Maintains records of the equipment and submits written reports as required.
3. Performs simple repairs and adjustments to vehicles.
4. Operates mowing equipment, tractors, snowplows, trucks, end loaders, buses and other motorized equipment.
5. Picks up or delivers mail from the Post Office and Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI).
6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
- Requires one year’s experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled mechanical and manual tasks in the maintenance and operation of automotive or related maintenance equipment.
- Requires a valid class B-commercial driver’s license with a passenger endorsement (CDL-P) with air brakes and a valid School Bus Driver Permit.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance.
- Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age of 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
Work Hours: Friday/Sunday, On Call
Varies depending on need.
Work Location: 125 S Webster Ave Jacksonville, IL 62650-1877
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Illinois School for the Deaf
Support Operations/Transportation
Agency Contact:
Tori Lornitis
Email: Tori.Lornitis2@illinois.gov
Job Function: Facility/Fleet Management
About the Agency
Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all 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.
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 [KS(1] and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid HERE [KS(2]
Non-State employees: on work.Illinois.gov – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.