BUILDING/GROUNDS MAINTENANCE WORKER

Position Overview:

As a Buildings/Grounds Maintenance Worker for the Division of Forensic Science; Performs semi-skilled tasks including carpentry, masonry, electrical, painting and plumbing assignments; performs semi-skilled labor in the maintenance of boilers, repairs leaks in water and gas lines, removes old parts and installs new mechanical washers and gaskets in boiler circulating pump, fits and seals valves, couplings and other fittings; performs minor plumbing, air conditioning, and/or electrical repair; pulls electrical wire, installs conduit and electrical boxes; replaces switches and outlets; changes fuses; installs motors and belts; cleans convectors and filters; helps install and remove pipe and fittings; performs maintenance, repairs, and installations including, but not limited to, fences/gates, doors/hardware, locks, windows, appliances, laboratory/office furniture, and building and grounds equipment; constructs and installs shelves, door/wall partitions, panels, temporary enclosures, and other basic carpentry projects, as required; patches and/or replaces drywall; replaces old and/or lays new floor tile, baseboards, and carpeting; constructs forms for concrete and mixes mortar; repairs roof leaks; assists other craftsmen as required; operates building and grounds equipment and utilizes hand and power tools as circumstances dictate; Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes and buffs floors; vacuums and cleans carpets; cleans and disinfects restrooms and fixtures, refills dispensers; cleans laboratory work area tops, cabinets, walls, and blinds; mows and fertilizes lawn, trims hedge, removes weeds, rakes leaves, waters lawn and shrubbery; sweeps walks and entrances; removes snow and ice from walks and parking areas as needed; loads/unloads trucks of office and laboratory supplies and equipment; travel as necessary to transport laboratory supplies and equipment; disassembles/assembles office furniture and moves office laboratory equipment; operates pallet lift and pallet/hand trucks. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply! 

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

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.