Job Requisition ID: 47845
Opening Date: 06/12/2025
Closing Date: 06/26/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: CARPENTER - 06650
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,277.92 - $6,622.44 per month ($36.08 - $38.06 per hour)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: PR000

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 Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire a Carpenter for the Elizabeth Packard Health Center located in Springfield, Illinois to receive day-to-day guidance from the Chief Stationary Engineer. Performs skilled carpentry work in the construction, maintenance, repair and/or alteration within the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center. Works in the carpenter shop. Performs cabinet work. Adheres to applicable Public Health, Public Aid, Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), and Accreditation Council for People with Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) standards. Travels in the performance of carpentry and cabinetwork.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

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

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Requires an appropriate, valid driver’s license and the ability to travel.
• Requires ability to climb ladders, stairs, and roofs and access all locations at the facility.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
• All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
  Work Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday; 30-minute unpaid lunch
  Packard Mental Health Center
  Work Location: 901 E Southwind Rd Springfield, IL 62703-5125
  Division of Mental Health
  Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center
  Trades
  Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
  Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support; Social Services

• Receives day-to-day guidance from the Chief Stationary Engineer at the Elizabeth Packard Mental Health Center.
• Performs cabinet work.
• Works in the carpenter shop.
• Exercises appropriate safety precautions in the use and handling of tools and equipment, paying particular attention to these procedures when working on residential and programming/training areas.
• Adheres to applicable Public Health, Public Aid, Health Care Financing Administration (HCFA), and Accreditation Council for People with Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) standards.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.