Building & Grounds Keeper

City of Springfield is seeking applicants for Building & Grounds Keeper I

Department: Office of Public Utilities
Division: Supervisor - Building & Ground
Work Location:
CWLP DALLMAN
SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, 62701
United States
Work Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (hours may vary)
Starting Rate: $21.0125
Eligibility Requirements: Open to All Applicants
Union: IAMAW F&O
Final Date to Apply: 2/12/2026

In this role you will:

• Maintain the overall cleanliness and custodial duties of the buildings at the power plant complex and at off-site locations.
• Perform minor building maintenance activities and other specialized work as directed.
• Report all unfavorable conditions, in writing, to the Building and Grounds Crew Leader.
• Perform mowing, clean up, trimming, brush removal and other tasks required to maintain the grounds at the power plant complex and at off-site locations.
• Maintain and inspect safety and firefighting equipment.
• Clear snow from assigned areas of plant ground.

The ideal candidate possesses knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four years of high school; meets the current requirements of the Labor Agreement between District 9, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW) and the City of Springfield; is able to obtain and maintain a valid Illinois commercial driver’s license with applicable endorsements; complies with the Facial Hair Policy as it relates to wearing required personal protective equipment (respirators);

and completes required training, including viewing a Site Awareness video and demonstrating an understanding of associated responsibilities. Preference for employment in all positions with the city shall be given to applicants who are full-time city residents.

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Free Health Clinic
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation
• 4 weeks paid parental leave
• 13 paid holidays
• 10-25 paid vacation days, based on years of service
• 12 paid sick days annually
• Tuition Reimbursement

If assistance in applying is required, please notify the Office of Human Resources at  or human resources.us