Doc Lincoln Cc Carpenter

State of Illinois•Lincoln, NE

20h•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a candidate to perform general carpentry work and carpentry functions throughout the facility and grounds. In addition, this position will guide and direct individuals in custody assigned to the carpenter crew, and maintain and clean carpenter shop and tools. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Requirements

Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of high school.
Requires completion of an approved apprenticeship program to qualify as a journey level carpenter.
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.
This position 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.
Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

Nice To Haves

Prefers at least four (4) years of experience working with the tools, materials, methods and standard practices of the trade.
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience using tools and machines of the trade.
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience instructing and directing unskilled, beginner workers in the trade.
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience making simple arithmetical computations and bulk estimates for materials needed.
Prefers completion of current OSHA 10 training or higher.

Responsibilities

Performs general carpentry work in the repair, maintenance, construction, and alteration of walls, doors, furniture, roofing, and other wooden articles or structures.
Performs carpentry functions throughout the facility and grounds.
Guides and directs individuals in custody assigned to the carpenter crew.
Maintains and cleans carpenter shop and tools.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
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
Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave