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We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome
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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents Additional Documents section for each application.
Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at
[email protected] or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.
Sponsorship for Employment
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Disclosure of Salary Information
In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
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Date: Jul 24, 2026
Location:
Grafton, IL, US, 62037
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Job Requisition ID: 57083
Job Requisition ID: 57083
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: 08/07/2026
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Class Title: CORR MAINTENANCE CRAFTSMAN (09821)
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,099 a month; Full Range $6,099 - $8,661 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Jersey
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC006 Corrections Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
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.
Requistion Number 57083
CORRECTIONS MAINTENANCE CRAFTSMAN
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 Corrections Maintenance Craftsman position performs maintenance work at the journeyman level in the repair of institution buildings, equipment, and machinery at an assigned Illinois Youth Center. The ideal candidate would not only possess these skills, but also be motivated to instruct youth that have been committed to the Department of Juvenile Justice in methods, techniques, and tools of the trade, and transfer their skills to youth that have a desire to learn. This position is part of the team of Maintenance staff that work under the direction of the Stationary Engineer-Assistant Chief, to maintain the buildings and grounds at an assigned Illinois Youth Center facility. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply!
Essential Functions:
Under direction, assigns maintenance or repair tasks to employees and youth performing maintenance repair work at the apprentice level in one or more maintenance trades.
Maintains and repairs keys and locks, and utility systems within the institution, such as plumbing, electrical wiring or steam system.
Assists and serves as back up with the coordination of vehicle repair and maintenance as per Administrative Directive.
Assists and serves as back up for the accountability of all tools and equipment belonging to the institution.
Reports infractions of rules by youth and employees to superior for disciplinary action.
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 experience necessary to qualify as a journeyman in one of the maintenance or automotive repair trades.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience applying knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and standard practices of the trade.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience planning and laying out work according to requirements of assignment, and to lead youth by example and instruction.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience with Microsoft Word or equivalent computer program.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience enforcing disciplinary, safety, security, and custodial measures for the control of youth.
Prefers at least one (1) year of experience applying knowledge of institutional rules, regulations, and requirements for managing youth behavior.
Conditions of Employment:
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.
Requires completion of an approved course in guard training within six months of employment.
Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments—security, programming, education, mental health, and more—collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state. IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois’ communities.
Work Hours: 8am-4pm Monday-Friday with Sat/Sun/Holidays off
Headquarter Location: 17808 State Highway 100 W, Grafton, Illinois, 62037
Work County: Jersey
Agency Contact: IDJJ Human Resources
Email: DJJ@
[email protected]
Posting Group: Public Safety; Building, Fleet & Institutional Support
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Nearest Major Market: St Louis
