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LABORER - BUILDING - ILLINOIS STATE FAIRGROUNDS

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

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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.

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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.

Date: Mar 12, 2026

Location:

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID: 54089

Job Requisition ID: 54089
Opening Date: 03/24/2026
Closing Date: 04/06/2026
Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: LABORER (BUILDING) - 23060
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $5728.08 Monthly (Prevailing Rate)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: PR000
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.

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.

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.

Essential Functions

Performs a variety of routine labor tasks to assist skilled trade staff (including but not limited to carpenters, electricians, engineers, plumbers, etc.) during projects to maintain, repair, and improvements to the Illinois State Fairgrounds.
Completes basic facility operation maintenance duties for the Illinois State Fairgrounds buildings, grounds, and state-owned equipment.
Assists various skilled trades with the preparation for projects, such as preparing surfaces, pouring, demoing, and finishing concrete and asphalt, and setting forms.
Performs basic job site upkeep, maintenance, and clean up duties for skilled tradesmen's before, during, after project completion.
Performs other duties as required for assigned which are within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualifications

Prefers the completion of a Laborer Apprenticeship.
Prefers five (5) years of experience assisting other building trades such as electricians, carpenters, and plumbers.
Prefers five (5) years of experience working with pouring, demoing, and finishing concrete and asphalt.
Prefers five (5) years of experience reading, executing, and completing both verbal and written work orders.
Prefers five (5) years of experience working with tools, methods, and standard practices of the laborer trade or general construction, including bending, lifting, transporting and safety practices.

Conditions of Employment

Requires completion of a name-based background screening and self-disclosure of criminal history.
Requires the ability to successfully pass a preemployment physical.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
This position is considered very heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(e)). Very Heavy work involves lifting objects weighing more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing 50 pounds or more.
Must have the ability to walk and climb hills, stairs and ladders.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: 7:00am - 3:00pm Monday through Friday
Headquarter Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Bureau of Human Resources
Email: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-5099
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

The Illinois Department of Agriculture (AGR) administers an annual budget of more than $100 million and employs more than 300 people statewide, with several hundred more temporary employees hired during the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair. Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the state's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the state's horse racing program.

AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.

AGR offers a robust benefit package including;

Monday-Friday work schedule
Flexible work schedules in many program areas
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
10 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

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

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.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

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