DOC Menard CC Electrician

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Menard, IL, US, 62259

Position Title: Electrician

Job Requisition ID: 59066
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/23/2026, 11:59 pm
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: ELECTRICIAN - 13200
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Prevailing Rate: $9,702.24 - $10,316.46 per month ($55.76 - $59.29 per hour)
Job Type: Hourly
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: PR000
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: See Below:

7:00 am to 3:30 pm Mon-Fri w/Sat & Sun off

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: Menard CC - 711 E Kaskaskia St, Menard, Illinois, 62259
Work County: Randolph
Agency Contact: Rebecca.Vancil @ illinois.gov

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 positionMUSTapply 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.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a candidate to serve as an Electrician at Menard Correctional Center. The ideal candidate will maintain all electrical systems at the facility, maintain electrically driven mechanical equipment and associated equipment, and supervise and guide assigned individuals in custody. In addition, they will maintain an inventory of electrical supplies. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

• Performs journeyman electrical work which consists of constructing, installing, and altering electrical systems.
• Maintains and repairs electrical systems, equipment, and fixtures at the facility.
• Repairs and replaces parts.
• Instructs and directs a group of individuals in custody assigned to the maintenance area.
• 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 four (4) years of high school.
• Requires successful completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program and four (4) years full-time journey level electrician experience; OR eight (8) years of full-time journey level electrician experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience applying established national, state, and local electrical codes.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints, simple sketches, and drawings.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience making rough sketches and estimating time, labor, and materials necessary to complete work orders.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience using tools of the trade such as voltmeters, ampmeters, ohmmeters, and other calibration and testing equipment apparatus.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting fire alarm systems.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience maintaining inventory and accurate tool count.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience inspecting unsafe or faulty conditions in production, transmission, and utilization of electricity.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting building automation systems.
• Prefers at least five (5) years of experience working with journey level telecommunications work: data networks, cable TV, security cameras.
• Prefers completion of current OSHA 10 training or higher.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to work at heights, including on ladders, scaffolding, aerial lifts, or elevated platforms, while adhering to all safety regulations and using appropriate fall protection measures.
• Requires ability to stand for long periods, and move heavy equipment, materials, structures, and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75-100 pounds with assistance.
• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Salary : $56 - $59