CARPENTER

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a detail-oriented person to serve as the Carpenter at Graham Correctional Center.  The Carpenter will be performing duties ranging from repair and maintenance to new construction.  This position would be suitable for a person that has completed an apprenticeship program and is ready to join our tear as an energetic worker seeing projects through.  We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Job Responsibilities

1. Performs skilled carpentry work.
2. Instructs individuals in custody in the carpenter shop.
3. Operates saws, jointer, sanders, drill presses, lathes, mortising machines and other power tools.
4. Prepares reports and keeps records of material and supplies used.
5. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development to completion of four (4) years of high school.
2. Requires completion of an approved apprenticeship program to qualify as a journey level carpenter.  

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

1. Prefers extensive knowledge of the tools and materials.
2. Prefers extensive knowledge of methods and standard practices of the trade.
3. Prefers skill and use of tools and machines of the trade.
4. Prefers the ability to instruct beginners in the trade.
5. Prefers the ability to direct unskilled workers.
6. Prefers the ability to read, interpret and work from plans, simple drawings or sketches.
7. Prefers the ability to make simple arithmetical computations.
8. Prefers the ability to make bulk estimates of materials needed.
9. Prefers at least two (2) years of concrete and building construction experience.
10. Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working with building codes and regulations.
11. Prefers at least two (2) years of supervisory experience.
12. Prefers at least two (2) years of experience with constructional drafting or CAD equivalency.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
2. Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. On January 1, 2020, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age of 21 to produce, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois. Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy. The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
3. Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

About the Agency

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; tuition reimbursement; 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.