Stationary Fireman Helper
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Title: Stationary Fireman Helper
Division Name: Finance and Planning
Department: Building Maintenance
Job Summary
Under direct supervision from Steam & Power V, IV, and III, perform skilled labor in the operation, maintenance and repair of high-pressure steam boilers and mechanical equipment in the Heating Plant.
Additional Information
University Benefit Highlights:
Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/
Salary Rate / Pay Rate
$28.15 per hour See note in special instructions to applicant section
Required Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
A final candidate must complete a post-offer pre-employment physical exam. Employment is contingent on the successful result of the pre-employment physical.
Preferred Qualifications
Skill in the use of various tools (hammer, pliers, screwdriver)
Ability to read 2" gauges on various equipment.
Possess mathematical skills to calculate material lists and pricing.
Work Hours
7:00 am - 3:00 pm, days off to be determined
Functional Expectations
Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Ability to lift 100 pounds.
Ability to push/pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to climb, bend, crouch, kneel, and reach overhead.
Visual acuity to discern basic wiring and piping color codes.
Work in confined spaces.
Work in both hot and cold environments.
Ability to speak and hear clearly.
Proposed Starting Date
July/August 2026
Required Applicant Documents
Resume
Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Optional Applicant Documents
Certification of Retirement Annuity
Please Note: These documents may be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"
Special Instructions for Applicants
Sponsorship: Applicants for this position must be currently legally authorized to work for Illinois State University in the United States. Illinois State University will not sponsor or take over the sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. Illinois State University is not a qualifying employer for the STEM OPT benefit: only the 12-month OPT may be used to work at Illinois State University.
Please fully complete the entire application including, but not limited to, the education and work history portions. Be specific on your work history, including employment dates (if part-time you must list the number of work hours) and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience. Please do not put "see resume" in the duties and responsibilities section of the work history. This will be considered an incomplete application and incomplete applications will not be considered.
To be eligible for Veteran's Preference points on the exam, appropriate military service documentation such as a DD-214 must be submitted prior to the application deadline.
Fax: 309.438.0011, Attn: Colette Homan
Address: Illinois State University
Human Resources
Campus Box 1300
Normal, IL 61790-1300
The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview.
This position is represented by Local 399.
Contact Information for Applicants
Colette Homan
Human Resources
309-438-8848
cshoman@ilstu.edu
Important Information for Applicants
This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.
Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.
If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.