SITE TECHNICIAN II

Job Requisition ID: 59219 Opening Date: 10/05/2026 Closing Date: 10/20/2026 Agency: Department of Natural Resources Class Title: SITE TECHNICIAN II - 41132 Skill Option: UMP Certificate Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,747 monthly; Full Range $4,747 - $6,446 monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: N/A Work Hours: See Footer Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location: Spitler Woods State Park, 705 Spitler Park Dr, Mount Zion, Illinois, 62549 Work County: Macon Agency Contact: Vicky Fowler, View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io 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. 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 Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking to hire a Site Technician II for the Office of Land Management at Spitler Woods State Park. This position will collect trash, pick up litter, rake leaves, mow grass, clear vegetation, disinfect restroom and shower buildings, maintain roadways, trails, and day use areas; plow and shovel snow; patch roads, operate chainsaw; perform necessary first aid and CPR; change oil and hydraulic fluids, change filters and belts, lubricate and make minor repairs; perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs and reroof/re-shingle buildings. Spitler Woods State Natural Area, a 200-acre site in Mt. Zion in Macon County, is home to one of the largest acreages of old-growth woods in central Illinois. Much of the site is dedicated as Spitler Woods Nature Preserve, providing additional protection for the site's valuable natural features. We welcome qualified and interested candidates who would like to be part of this team to apply today. Essential Functions Under direct supervision, performs semi-skilled maintenance and program support tasks at Spitler Woods, Lincoln Trail Homestead, and Calamus Lake NP. Operates trucks, bushhogs, tree spades, woods mower, power augers, stump cutters while engaged in site maintenance, improvement, and construction projects. Inspects public use areas for safety hazards. Performs routine maintenance of vehicles and other equipment. Performs minor repairs to buildings and structures. Provides functional supervision, leadership, and direction to Conservation Workers, volunteers, and other site staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires education and experience equivalent to high school graduation. Requires two years maintenance or farming experience preferably associated with the building trades and/or the operation of heavy equipment and machinery. Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of tools and equipment used in the trades and/or operation of heavy equipment or farm machinery and implements and/or warehousing. Two (2) years of experience in following written and oral instructions. One (1) year of experience in informing visitors of site facilities, programs, rules, and regulations. One (1) year of experience in outdoor recreation. One (1) year of experience in groundskeeping. Conditions of Employment Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history. Requires appropriate, valid Driver's license Ability to obtain pesticide operator's license within 6 months of employment Ability to withstand exposure to the elements on a year-round basis Physical ability to operate and maintain tools, equipment and materials utilized in the maintenance, repair and site resources, buildings and grounds Ability to lift, carry and transport loads exceeding sixty pounds Ability to walk over rough and broken terrain Ability to obtain and maintain First Aid/CPR Certification The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Agency and Division Statement Agency Statement Charged with preserving, protecting and promoting Illinois’ natural and cultural resources, Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including, vision health and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs. Office of Land Management The Office of Land Management (OLM) oversees nearly 400 individual parcels of land and institutes a wide variety of programs and activities advocating outdoor recreation through sustainable use, conservation, and preservation. The Historic Sites Division of the Office of Land Management oversees 57 Historic Sites, Monuments, and Memorials. OLM facilitates activities from small group interpretive programming at Historical Sites, to hiking, hunting, fishing, boating, and camping. Work Schedule: April 1st - October 31st: Sunday - Thursday, 7:30am to 3:30pm; November 1st - March 31st: Monday - Friday, 7:30am to 3:30pm; Scheduling subject to change based on operational needs. The ability to work the in season holidays is required. This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application. 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. 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