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Illinois Tollway

Mechanical/Electrical

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An Electrician works on electrical systems in buildings. Installs electrical wiring and lighting in new construction, and repairs or upgrade wiring, outlets or other parts of older electrical systems. Checks safety and makes installations or repairs that are in compliance with local building codes. May also specialize in electrical work required in different manufacturing industries, electrical systems for cars, plane or boats, or electrical and lighting work in the film industry.

$61,968 / year median in Illinois

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

at Illinois Tollway in Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Job Description Position Overview The Illinois Tollway is dedicated to providing and promoting a safe and efficient system of highways while ensuring the highest possible level of service to our customers. Whether it's I-PASS, the Move Illinois Program, open road tolling or keeping you safe with our H.E.L.P. trucks, we are committed to delivering great benefits and services to customers. The Tollway is a user-fee system - no state or federal tax dollars are used to support maintenance and operations. Operations are funded by toll and concession revenues. Under the leadership of the Board of Directors and Executive Staff, the Tollway is committed to achieving the following goals: increase collaboration with regional transportation and planning agencies, promote the regional economy, maintain financial integrity, foster environmental responsibility and sustainability, maintain the safety and efficiency of the Tollway system, further transparency and accountability, enhance customer service, and maintain public trust. In support of this vision, the Mechanical Electricals' responsibilities are performing various Building Maintenance functions at Tollway Buildings and Oases including preventive and emergency maintenance of Building Equipment. Also, installs tests, maintains and repairs equipment for distribution and utilization of electrical energy. Maintenance duties as assigned. Responsible for tools, equipment and material on assigned truck. Essential Job Functions Hours will be 7:00AM-3:00PM Monday through Friday, on 24 hour call In addition, the work location is - E02 (11505 W. Cermak, Hillside, IL 60162) The Mechanical Electricals' responsibilities include but are not limited to: Responsible for maintenance of stationery equipment (gas or oil-fired boilers and HVAC Equipment including but not limited to: forced air, radiant, hot water and cooling systems of various types) including scheduling of inspections. Perform scheduled maintenance checks of equipment, lubricate and make adjustments, major repairs (i.e. pumps, air filters, blowers, condensers, evaporators, controls, minor electrical repairs, etc.). Maintain and repair all plumbing, water valves, water softeners, drains, sewers and all related water type piping. Installs, test, repairs and maintains motors, fixtures, light bulbs, switches, appliances, air conditioning, plumbing and sewage diagnosis, wiring, switch boards, controllers, and circuit breakers. Ability to work from blueprints, drawing, layouts and take directions as necessary. Works well with other employees and the ability to guide, train or give direction. as needed, on various projects. Must be available for twenty-four (24) hour emergency call out. Ability to use various hand and power tools and measuring instruments and maintain in safe and proper operating order. Maintain records, prepare reports as required and lists replacement parts to be kept on hand. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High School diploma or equivalent is required. A Class A CDL permit with an endorsement for air brakes is required at the time of Test. Candidates will be required, as a condition of employment, to obtain a Class CDL with an endorsement for air brakes within his/her probationary period and maintain said license throughout the term of their employment. Failure to obtain and/or maintain said license shall be grounds for termination. All costs associated with the permit and license are the responsibility of the candidate/employee. The incumbent must be able to read blueprints, drawings, and layouts, from which one works, also from directions provided by the Manager. Through outside training or courses maintains a high level of skill required for this position. Must have the ability to use various hand and power tools, along with measuring instruments. Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs. Must pass written examination in order to qualify for an interview. The Illinois Tollway is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, disability, unfavorable discharge from military services, age, order of protection status, military status, sex or sexual orientation. All stated experience for each question listed within the Supplemental Question Section must also be reflected in the "Work Experience" section of your application or in your resume. Failure to do so, or overstating experience, will result in receiving no credit for your answer, and may result in your disqualification from consideration. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account