Job Description

Agency : Department of Military Affairs
Salary:    Anticipated Starting Salary $5,148 monthly; Full Range $5,148 - $7,227 monthly. 
Job Type: Salaried Full-Time
County: Sangamon 
Number of Vacancies: 1 
Plan/BU: USA/RC042 

Department: Construction and Facilities Management Office  

Work Location:  1301 N MacArthur Blvd Springfield, IL 62702

Schedule: 7.5 daily, M-F

Hours: 8am - 4pm. Can vary based on mission requirements

Date Posted: 7/23/25

Last Day to Apply: 8/6/25

BID NOTICE #: 48678

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 website.

State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the 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 Refrigeration and Air Conditioner Repairer located at the Camp Lincoln Facility. Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks requiring knowledge of mechanical systems to include the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment at various locations throughout the Central IL region.

Essential Functions

• Makes major and minor repairs to refrigeration and air conditioning equipment along with associated building management controls system/equipment in accordance with operations and maintenance manuals, blueprints, or engineering specifications.
• Inspects and performs reoccurring maintenance on all equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and the preventative maintenance schedule.
• Prepares and submits requisitions for supplies, equipment, and tools necessary in the daily operation of all mechanical equipment.
• Completes work orders accurately and in a timely fashion, including all paperwork and/or associated data entry requirements pertinent to repair, maintenance, and daily operations.
• Assists, instructs, and monitors skilled and unskilled maintenance workers to as it pertains to the repair of refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Performs additional duties are required or assigned, which are reasonably associated within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of 4 years of high school.
• Requires an associate degree or the successful completion of an approved training program in refrigeration and air conditioning (CFC/HCFC certification).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers common understanding and basic experience using elementary computer software.
• Prefers elementary knowledge of one or more of the building and mechanical trades.
• Prefers the ability to instruct and direct unskilled workers.
• Prefers working knowledge of maintenance tools, equipment, materials, and standards of the trade.
• Prefers the ability to follow oral and written instructions including blueprints and other diagrams. 

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 an appropriate valid driver’s license pertaining to equipment operated.
• Requires statewide travel using a state owned vehicle within the normal workday hours.
• Requires the ability to lift and carry 80 pounds, i.e., heavy boxes, supplies and equipment.
• Ability to move heavy furniture and equipment; requires being on feet and/or stopping for long periods of time; ability to climb stairs and ladders.
• Requires the ability to withstand extreme temperature changes.

Agency Contact: Natasha

Email: [email protected]

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 into 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]

*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.

Department of Defense (DOD) background check and receipt of a DOD Common Access Card (CAC) is required for this position.

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