About this role
Job Requisition ID: 53074
Closing Date: 02/10/2026
Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Class Title: BUILDING/GROUNDS LABORER - 05598
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4414 monthly; Full Range $4414 - $5926 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC042 Residual Maintenance Workers, AFSCME
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 degreesearned, 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.
You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b, FM 115 or any otherdocument in lieu of a Resume or CV.
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.
Position Overview - Building/Grounds Laborer
The Department of Military Affairs is looking to hire a Building/Grounds Laborer located at the Camp Lincoln Facility. Under direct supervision, this position regularly performs a variety of semi-skilled labor or building mechanical work below the journeyman level and may directly assist skilled craftsmen; or operates heavy equipment, as required, in the maintenance of the facility and grounds. 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
- Maintains interior cleanliness of facility.
- Performs exterior maintenance of facility.
- Performs routine maintenance of facility.
- Cares and accounts for janitorial supplies and equipment.
- Loads and unloads trucks which requires the possession of appropriate valid driver's license when moving the trucks; sets up and takes down tables, chairs, etc.; moves office equipment; carries moderate to heavy items up to 80 lbs.
- Performs building security duties such as checking for leaks, fires, vagrants, and prowlers. Checks condition and security of facilities windows, doors, gates, and other controlled access points.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers one year of maintenance work experience preferably associated with the building/mechanical trades and/or heavy equipment operation.
- Prefers elementary knowledge of building cleaning methods.
- Prefers the ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
Employment Conditions
- Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation and obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) prior to hire or transfer.
- Requires travelling to other state facilities using state owned vehicle. Requires a valid driver’s license in the appropriate classification as required by law.
- This position is considered heavy work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(d)). Heavy work involves lifting no more than 100 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Requires being on feet for long periods of time; the ability to climb stairs and ladders.
- Requires being on hands and knees for extended periods of time.
- Requires the ability to withstand extreme temperature changes.
- Requires exposure to a variety of chemical cleaning agents.
Work Hours: 7 am - 3 pm (1/2 hr lunch) Can vary based on mission requirements
Work Location: 1301 N Macarthur Blvd, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Natalie Enrietto
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-761-2948
Posting Group: Public Safety; Building, Fleet & Institutional Support
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 into 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:
*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.
Other facts
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What you'll do
- The Building/Grounds Laborer is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and routine maintenance of the facility and grounds. This includes performing security checks and assisting skilled craftsmen as needed.
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