STATIONARY FIREMAN

State of Illinois
Lincoln, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/3/2024 CLOSED ON 2/9/2024

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Agency : Department of Corrections
Closing Date/Time: 11:59 pm, 02/09/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $47.26 an hour; CBA Applies; Range $47.26 - $50.30 an hour
Job Type: Hourly Full Time
County: Logan
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: PR000

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.

Posting Identification Number 35142


While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Position Overview

The Stationary Fireman performs a variety of boiler firing and maintenance functions on a shift basis under immediate supervision of the Stationary Engineer- Assistant Chief. The individual in this role will fire boilers, operate boiler feed, and adjust boilers to maintain flow of power. The ideal candidate will repair, clean, and provide maintenance of boilers and equipment while maintaining the cleanliness and security of the powerhouse on an assigned shift. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Job Responsibilities

1. Fires boilers, operates boiler feed, and adjusts boilers to maintain flow of power.

2. Repairs, cleans, and provides maintenance of boilers and equipment and maintains the cleanliness and security of powerhouse on assigned shift.

3. Prepares and makes daily reports to supervisor as to the amount of water or natural gas consumed and on the operation of the powerhouse and of work not completed.

4. Remains up-to-date and in compliance with all applicable Department Rules, Administrative and Institutional Directives, and Institutional Policies and Procedures including tool control, key control, toxic, safety, and sanitation procedures.

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 equivalent to completion of eight (8) years of elementary school.

2. Requires two (2) years of experience in the operation of high-pressure stationary boilers.


Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

1. Prefers at least (2) years of experience operating high-pressure boilers and equipment.

2. Prefers at least (2) years of experience repairing high-pressure steam boilers.

3. Prefers at least (2) years of experience maintaining and/or cleaning boilers.

4. Prefers at least (2) years of experience troubleshooting and taking corrective actions in emergency situations.

5. Prefers at least (2) years of experience preparing and providing daily reports.

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.
  • 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; 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.


Work Hours:
1: Swing Shift Wednesday to Sunday, M/T OFF 1: Swing Relief Friday to Tuesday, W/T Off
Work Location: Logan Correctional Center, 1096 1350th St Lincoln, IL 62656-5094
Agency Contact:

Lisa Keyser, HRR

Email: Lisa.Keyser2@illinois.gov

Job Family: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support


This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).


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 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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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