• Job Description

  Req#: 47210

  Agency: Department of Military Affairs
  Salary: Prevailing rate provided by CMS is $58.55 hourly. Will be adjusted upon hire if necessary.
  Job Type: Salaried Full-Time

  County: Cook
  Number of Vacancies: 1
  Plan/BU: PR000

  Department: Construction & Facilities Management Office (CFMO)

  Work Location: 8660 W Cermak Rd, North Riverside, Illinois, 60546

  Schedule: 8 hours daily, M-F

  Hours: 7am-3:30pm (1/2 hr paid lunch) Can vary based on Mission requirements

  Date Posted: 05/12/2025

  Last Day to Apply: 05/26/2025

  BID NOTICE #: 47210

  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.

  Position Overview

  The Department of Military Affairs is looking to hire a Plumber located at the North Riverside Facility. Under general supervision of the Facility Manager and State Supervisor, performs installation maintenance and repair of commercial plumbing systems and mechanical portions of all HVAC systems.

  Essential Functions

  • Install, repair, replacement, and maintenance of heating, water, underground gas line, plumbing, sanitary sewer systems, storm sewers, gas pipe (both threaded and fusion welded), steam and condensate pipes, and fire protection systems in all structures.
  • Complete, assigned projects with quality workmanship by using hand or power tools (such as sewer auger or vacuum plunger, acetylene torch, soldering and welding tools, pipe threader and cutters, gas leak detector, sewer camera, pipe locator, and appropriate chemicals).
  • Use electrical test equipment, small hand and power tools, mechanical equipment, and materials applicable to the plumbing trade.
  • Provides means of access to route pipe(s) through walls, floors, and other structures as may be required by dismantling or cutting through structural and other physical barriers to gain access for repairs or for new installations.
  • Submit list of plumbing and/or HVAC supplies, in writing, as needed for requisition and emergency supplies.
  • Assists, instructs, and monitors skilled and unskilled workers as it pertains to the repair and performance of plumbing assignments.
  • 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 the completion of four years of high school.
  • Requires possession of a valid plumber’s license issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
  • Requires the possession of a valid certificate as a Cross-Connection Control Device Inspector (CCCDI) or the acquisition of the certificate within the probationary period of employment.
  • Requires computer literacy.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers extensive knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, methods and practices of the plumbing, heating, ventilation and air conditioning and refrigeration trades.
  • Prefers working knowledge of laws relating to sanitation and public health.
  • Prefers three (3) years of professional experience utilizing all tools of the plumbing trade.
  • Prefers three (3) years of professional experience instructing and/or directing semi-skilled workers, unskilled workers, and trade helpers.
  • Prefers two (2) years of professional experience reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints, plans, simple drawings, or sketches.

  Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation and obtain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) prior to hire or transfer.
  • Requires possession of appropriate valid driver’s license.
  • Requires statewide travel as part of a Maintenance Team within the normal workday hours.
  • Requires ability to lift and carry 80lbs, i.e. heavy boxes and supplies.
  • Requires ability to climb stairs and ladders.
  • Requires being on feet for long periods of time.
  • Requires being on hands and knees, to bend and stoop for long periods of time.
  • Requires ability to withstand extreme temperature changes when working outside and inside.
  • Ability to work in physically demanding conditions, while wearing protective gear when needed.

  Agency Contact: DMA.StatePersonnelHROffice@illinois.gov

  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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

  * 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.

• About the company

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