Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 53089
Closing Date: 03/20/2026
​Agency: Department of Central Management Services
Class Title: ELECTRICIAN - 13200
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $10,048.50/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: PR000
Merit Comp Code:

*****A RESUME IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS POSITION.*****

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 ID #53089

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.

The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) Bureau of Property Management is seeking to hire an experienced Electrician in the Chicago Loop area. This position will be responsible for performing journeyman commercial electrical work including installing, altering, repairing, and/or maintaining electrical systems and equipment which operate on alternating or direct current circuits, high voltage lines through panels, switches, meters, and circuit breakers. Additional duties include installing and maintaining ballasts and lights, performing preventative maintenance, trace and locate component failures, and maintaining battery and generator systems. The ideal candidate has successfully completed an electrical journeyman apprenticeship, has strong organization, time-management, writing, and communication skills. We invite all qualified candidates to apply!

POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Under general supervision, receiving day-to-day guidance from the Chief Stationary Engineer, performs journeyman electrical work relating to the installation, alteration, maintenance, and repair of extensive electrical systems and equipment for CMS facilities in the Chicago and Northern Region as needed.
• Installs, maintains, and replaces fixtures, ballasts, and lights.
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections of electrical equipment and systems and initiates work orders to correct deficiencies and prevent breakdowns.
• Traces and locates component failures.
• Maintains battery and generator systems to ensure proper function and integrity of systems at various CMS facilities.
• 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 successful completion of a recognized electrician apprenticeship program and four (4) years full-time journey level electrician experience; or eight (8) years of full-time journey level electrician experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefers four (4) years of professional experience working with tools, methods, and standard practices of the trade.
• Prefers four (4) years of professional experience working with established national, state, and local electrical codes.
• Prefers four (4) years of professional experience reading, interpreting, and working from blueprints, simple sketches, and drawings.
• Prefers extensive knowledge of inspecting and perceiving unsafe or faulty conditions in production, transmission, and utilization of electricity.
• Prefers four (4) years of professional experience using tools of the trade such as voltmeters, ammeters, ohmmeters, and other calibration and testing equipment or apparatus.
• Prefers four (4) years of professional experience making rough sketches and estimating time, labor, and materials necessary to complete work orders.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• 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.
• Requires ability to climb stairs and ladders, work from heights (on ladders, scaffold, platforms, and lifts), stand for long periods, and lift and move heavy equipment, materials, structures, and furniture up to 50 pounds independently and up to 75-100 pounds with assistance to perform repairs and in the maintenance of facilities.
• Requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to travel to various sites/facilities.
• Requires the ability to utilize agency supplied material/equipment (e.g., radio, mobile phone, PPE, etc.).

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

Central Management Services (CMS) is the operational engine working behind the scenes to enable the State’s more than 60 agencies, universities, boards, and commissions to deliver efficient, reliable service to all Illinois citizens. The Agency’s mission is to support the State by delivering innovative, responsive, and effective services that provide the best value for Illinois State government and the people it serves. Among the services CMS provides are human resources facilitation; benefits programs for employees, retirees, and local governments; property and facilities management; diversity initiatives for public contracting and State employment; joint purchasing support; vehicle oversight and support; surplus property programs; print and electronic communications services; and administrative hearings coordination.

STATE OF ILLINOIS BENEFITS

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
• 3 paid personal business days per year.
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
• Deferred Compensation Program - voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
• Optional pre-tax programs - Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Work Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Agency Contact: Marta Crews

Email:marta.crews2@illinois.gov

Phone #: 217-836-0324

Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

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 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