SITE TECHNICIAN II (UMP)

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• SITE TECHNICIAN II (UMP)

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

Salary

Anticipated Starting Salary $4,747 a month; Full Range $4,747 - $6,446 a month

• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• Number of Vacancies: 2

Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code: N/A

Work Hours: See Footer

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability

Not available, fully in office

Headquarter Location

Kankakee River State Park, 5314 W State Route 102, Bourbonnais, Illinois, 60914

Work County: Kankakee

Agency Contact

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.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Site Technician II for the Office of Land Management at Kankakee State Park.

This position will mow grass, trim shrubs and trees, clear vegetation, clean restrooms and hunter check station; plow snow, sweep and mop floors, wash windows; inspect public use areas for fallen trees and broken tables, playground equipment, boat ramps and fishing platforms; make minor repairs to site’s plumbing, heating or air conditioning; and build concrete forms for fire pads and sidewalk repair.

Kankakee River State Park offers visitors its proud heritage in an unspoiled setting. Anglers, canoeists, hunters, campers, hikers, bicyclists, and other outdoor enthusiasts find the park's recreational opportunities unsurpassed. We welcome qualified and interested candidates who would like to be part of this team to apply today.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision, regularly carries out semiskilled work in the maintenance and repair of site buildings, furniture, fixtures and equipment and/or regularly operates heavy equipment associated with site operation.
• Assists in implementing the safety and security programs at the site.
• Participates in building and grounds maintenance.
• Performs semi-skilled work by performing duties associated with the building trades.
• Assists in the rescue of stranded or injured visitors.
• Provides on the job training and direction to volunteers, public service participants and seasonal employees.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably with 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

• 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 instruction.
• One (1) year of experience informing visitors of facilities, programs, rules, and regulations.
• One (1) year of experience in outdoor recreation.
• One (1) year of experience in groundskeeping.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires appropriate, valid Driver's license.
• Ability to obtain pesticide operator’s license within 6 months of employment.
• Ability to withstand exposure to the elements on a year-round basis.
• Physical ability to operate and maintain tools, equipment, and materials utilized in the maintenance, repair, and care of site resources, buildings, and grounds.
• Ability to lift, carry, and transport loads exceeding sixty pounds.
• Ability to walk over rough and broken terrain.
• Ability to obtain and remain certified in CPR and First Aid.
• 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 Statement

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.

2 Work Schedules

Schedule 1- May-October: 12pm-8pm, Wednesday-Sunday; Nov-April: 7am-3pm, Sunday-Thursday:

Schedule 2 - May-October: 3pm-11pm; Friday-Tuesday; Nov-April: 10am-6pm, Tuesday-Saturday:

• This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP)
• . General Program information can be found by clicking on the
• Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at

• UMP Titles.
• 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

• 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

Additional information

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:

• Nearest Major Market: Kankakee
• Nearest Secondary Market: Bradley
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