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Military Engineer Technician

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Date:  Nov 20, 2024
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702-2317

Job Requisition ID:  43191

Agency:  Department of Military Affairs   
Salary:  Anticipated Starting Salary $6005 monthly; Full Range $6005 - $8678 monthly.   
Job Type:  Salaried Full-Time  
County:  Sangamon   
Number of Vacancies:  1   
Plan/BU:  RC-63

Directorate/Wing:  CFMO

Work Location:  Camp Lincoln - 1301 N. MacArthur Blvd., Springfield, IL 62702

Schedule:  7.5 daily, M-F

Hours:  8 am - 4 pm (1/2 hr paid lunch) Can vary based on mission requirements

Date Posted:  11/21/2024 

Last Day to Apply:  12/12/2024

BID NOTICE #:  43191         

                

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

 

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma 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 Military Affairs must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.

 

This is a non-code Military Exempt position.  To qualify you will need to furnish proof of your Illinois National Guard military service. Illinois National Guard members currently serving should provide a memo from their command showing dates and status.  Retired/inactive members should provide their NGB22 and/or DD214.  These documents can be uploaded in the application.

 

You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b, FM 115 or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

 

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 - Military Engineer Technician

The Department of Military Affairs is looking to hire a Military Engineer Technician located out of Camp Lincoln. This position under direction and within prescribed policies and procedures and available resource constraints, performs difficult and technical paraprofessional work that may require professional facility engineering decision and/or consultation with an outside professional engineer. The Department of Military Affairs works with the members of the Illinois Air and Army National Guard. We welcome all interested applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

  • Verifies all project element requirements are within project budget through completion of project.
  • Reviews plans and specifications of projects throughout all phases of design ensuring compliance with applicable legal and technical requirements.
  • Monitors construction progress schedules to ensure construction progress is being made for the meeting of critical completion dates.
  • Interacts with other agency personnel, clients, contractors, and consultants assuring proper coordination and communications regarding project requirements are met.
  • Accountable for the overall management of projects and the coordinating of the activities of staff for technical, administrative, budget, legal and procurement support.
  • Performs site surveys, computes estimated costs and prepares justification documents for the development of construction, repair, and maintenance programs.
  • 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, plus two years of college or technical school training in facilities engineering or related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers two years’ experience in technical facilities engineering or related fields.
  • Prefers knowledge of organization and functions of the various units and components of the National Guard.
  • Prefers extensive knowledge in the principles and practices of facilities engineering, ability to recognize and report errors, inconsistencies, and other deficiencies of a technical nature in facilities engineering projects, plans, construction, and completions.

Employment Conditions

  1. Requires active membership in the Illinois National Guard, retirement (20 years) from the Illinois National Guard or retired (minimum 20 years) US Armed Forces if last duty assignment was with the Illinois National Guard.
  2. Requires exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and air emission sources.
  3. Requires ability to lift and carry 50 pounds, i.e., heavy items and equipment on a recurring basis.
  4. Requires being on feet for long periods of time; ability to bend and stoop; ability to climb stairs and/or ladders.
  5. Requires possession of valid appropriate driver's license.

Work Hours:  8 am - 4 pm (1/2 hr paid lunch) Can vary based on mission requirements  
Work Location:  1301 N MacArthur Blvd Springfield, IL 62702-2317  
Job Function:  Public Safety; Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics  

Agency Contact:  Megan Layendecker

Email:  DMA.StatePersonnelHROffice@illinois.gov

Phone #:  217-761-3808

 

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  • Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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*NOTE:  The Department of Military Affairs does not discriminate against any individual because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service in connection with employment, real estate transactions, access to financial credit, and the availability of public accommodations in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.  The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/557-5667.

 

Department of Defense (DOD) background check and receipt of a DOD Common Access Card (CAC) is required for this position.

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