About this role
DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS -
LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY
PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT POSTING
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through SuccessFactors. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
**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 you 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 or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866
NO MEDICAL AND NO DENTAL INSURANCE PROVIDED
LCA MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT
JOB REQUISITION: 53018
ANNUAL SALARY: MIN. $49,960 MAX. $64,952
Anticipated annual salary: $49,960.00
LINCOLNS CHALLENGE ACADEMY EMPLOYEE HOURS:
8 Hours daily - Between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Can vary based on mission requirements
SCHEDULE:
Must work until 7:00 pm one night a week
Must work one weekend a month
Agency Contact:
SHERRI WHITE-TAYLOR
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-892-1302
Essential Function 1
- Performs routine interior maintenance of facility; repairs leaking faucets, shower heads, clogged toilets and other small plumbing tasks; repairs, paints and refinishes furniture, fixtures and performs other small painting tasks; replaces light bulbs, as needed and performs other small electrical tasks, i.e., repairs ballasts, switches, receptacles, appliance cords, and motor fans; repairs and replaces broken window screens, doors, roofs, gutters and other small carpenter tasks. Recommends contract repair when repair is beyond in-house capabilities.
- Receives facility workorder requests approved by the Facilities Supervisor identifying maintenance requirements. Updates Facilities Manager upon completion of job. Interprets blueprints of facilities and operational systems. Performs routine ground maintenance of facility; mows lawns with push and/or riding mower, trims trees and rakes leaves, trims weeds and cares for landscaping, sweeps and cleans walks and parking lots, pick up and hauls away litter and debris, removes snow from walks and parking lots with shovel, snow blower and/or snow plow, and generally keeps the outside premises neat and orderly.
- Load and unloads trucks; moves office furniture; carries moderate to heavy items on a recurring basis; assists in transporting vehicles to state repair facility when required. Repairs roadways, and sidewalks; performs road construction and fill operations.
- Stores and keeps inventory of supplies and equipment. Notifies supervisor when inventory is low; aids in preventive maintenance tasks including painting, carpentry, repairing doors/locks, and installing miscellaneous hardware. Performs minor plumbing repairs, troubleshoots electrical problems, and performs minor electrical repairs. Operates government motor vehicle to transport maintenance supplies and equipment to various on-site locations.
Minimum Qualifications 1
1. Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school.
2. One year of experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks in the maintenance of vehicles, buildings, and/or grounds is desirable.
Employment Condition 1
- Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation.
- Requires a valid driver’s license in the appropriate classification as required by law.
- Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs.
- This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing or involves sitting most of the time.
- Requires a Substitute Teaching Certificate recognized by the State of Illinois.
Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Salary: $49,960 min. - $64,952 max. anticipated starting annual salary $49,960 Job Type: Salaried Full-Time
County: Champaign; DeWitt; Douglas; Effingham; Ford; Iroquois; Kankakee; Livingston; Madison; Mason; McLean; Menard; Piatt; Sangamon; Vermilion
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: Lincoln's Challenge Academy
Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866
Schedule: Must work until 7:00 pm one night per week and one weekend per month.
Hours: 8 Hours daily - Between the hours of 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM. Can vary based on mission requirements
NOTE: Health and Dental insurance is not provided for this position.
Date Posted: 1/21/2026
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.
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What you'll do
- The LCA Maintenance Assistant performs routine interior and exterior maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical repairs, and groundskeeping. They also manage work orders and assist in transporting maintenance supplies and equipment.
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