DOC Hill CC Industries Maintenance Equipment Operator
- Illinois Department of Corrections
- Headquarter Location: Hill Correctional Center 600 S Linwood Rd, Galesburg, Illinois, 61401
Job Description
Position Overview
The Maintenance Equipment Operator operated heavy duty trucks and tractor-trailer units in the pickup and delivery of products, supplies and equipment for Correctional Industries. This position coordinates servicing and repairs of all trucks, instructs and monitors individuals in custody in the loading and unloading of products, supplies and equipment, and maintains running inventory of equipment used in the pickup and delivery of goods. The ideal candidate would be self-motivated, task oriented, and organized. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Essential Functions
- Operates heavy duty trucks and tractor-trailer units in the pickup and delivery of Correctional Industries products, supplies and equipment for Correctional Industries.
- Coordinates all servicing and repairs of all trucks.
- Instructs and monitors individuals in custody in the loading and unloading of Industries products, supplies, and equipment.
- Maintains running inventory of equipment used in the pickup and delivery of goods.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
- Requires one (1) year of experience in performing a variety of semiskilled mechanical and manual tasks in the maintenance and operation of automotive or related maintenance equipment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers Forklift Certification.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience utilizing electronic navigation devices.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience using electronic and/or paper driving logs.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience maintaining vehicle maintenance logs.
- Prefers at least two (2) years of experience guiding and instructing workers loading and unloading trailers.
- Prefers at least one (1) year of experience maintaining a tool log report and/or similar type of inventory log.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Airbrakes Endorsement.
- 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.
- Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs, regardless of the 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.
Work Hours: See below
5am-3:30pm Mon-Thurs, Fri/Sat/Sun off
Headquarter Location: Hill Correctional Center 600 S Linwood Rd, Galesburg, Illinois, 61401
Work County: Knox
Agency Contact: Marshall Hendricks
Email: Marshall.Hendricks@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Benefits
As a IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
- Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
- Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
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The Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) is a statewide agency committed to public safety through the safe and humane incarceration of individuals in custody. With a focus on rehabilitation, accountability, and community reintegration, IDOC operates correctional facilities across Illinois and works to reduce recidivism through evidence-based programs and services.