Controls Apprentice Jobs in Bloomington, IL (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $37.60 Hourly
Location : 1500 West Raab Road, Normal, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Unit: Finance and Administration
Division/Department: Facilities
Opening Date: 04/29/2026
Description
We seek a Controls Electrician on our Facilities team to maintain, troubleshoot, install, and repair electrical/communication equipment and building electrical systems per the National Electrical Code and local ordinances. This role will maintain, troubleshoot, modify, and repair campus and building automation systems as well as work with contractors and vendors of various systems as needed to maintain optimum system performance.
General responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Respond to temperature, humidity, pressure, indoor air quality, and airflow issues by assessing site conditions and troubleshooting building systems. Use laptop software, meters, and sensors to evaluate performance.
• Inspect, test, clean, adjust, and calibrate all types of environmental sensors, controls, and mechanical systems. Adjust, repair, and rebuild valves, dampers, linkages, and all associated actuators.
• Renovate, upgrade, or replace building automation and control systems to accommodate new technology and improve energy conservation. Examine existing systems and recommend improvements. Plan and coordinate activities to minimize disruptions during system shutdowns.
• Work with the Director of Maintenance to renovate, upgrade, or replace building automation and control systems to accommodate new technology and improve energy conservation. Examine existing systems and recommend improvements. Plan and coordinate activities to minimize disruptions during system shutdowns.
• Provide after-hours on-call support as part of established departmental on-call rotations.
• Read, interpret, and update blueprints, construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and schematics and follow verbal instructions in order to plan and layout installations
• Provide guidance to personnel such as general maintenance workers, contractors, and apprentices.

Requirements

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in the commercial electrical maintenance field as a journeyman electrician.
2. Completion of formal or informal apprentice program or recognized certificate from a vocational trade school or equivalent.
3. Knowledge of and ability to adhere to national and local electrical codes and energy efficiency standards.
4. Working knowledge of AC & DC electrical theory and AC & DC motors, controllers and control circuitry, and experience with voltage up to 480V.
5. Working knowledge of equipment including fans, pumps, zone controls (electric and electronic), hydronics, air compressors, cooling towers, boilers, chillers.
6. Working knowledge of systems controlling operation of HVAC, lighting, solar, power, door, and life safety systems.
7. Demonstrated ability to write and read correspondence, blueprints, schematics and communicate with others through email, phone, and in person.
8. Skilled in the safe and proper use of a variety of hand tools, power tools, and testing and measuring equipment such as voltmeters, ammeters, etc. to install and repair electrical equipment and control systems.
9. Demonstrated ability to work from ladders/heights and remain mobile, kneel/bend, and otherwise position self to perform duties.
10. Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
11. Valid driver's license.

Desired Qualifications

1. Extensive commercial electrical experience.
2. Experience in a position directly involved in the operation and maintenance of one or more building automation systems installed or upgraded within the past 10 years.

Applications received by June 15, 2026 will receive priority consideration, with review of applications continuing as needed.
THIS POSITION IS BASED IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS AND ABILITY TO BE PRESENT ON-CAMPUS/IN-PERSON IS REQUIRED.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.
Heartland Community College is an equal opportunity institution.
HCC values equity, diversity and inclusion. We create a collegial and welcoming culture by taking collective responsibility in the creation, protection, and enhancement of an equitable, diverse, and inclusive campus community.
EMPLOYEE LEAVE
Vacation: 20 days (160 hours) per year with a maximum annual carry-over of 40 days (320 hours); Accrual of 6.16 hours will be granted on the last day of each pay period
Sick Leave: 12 days (96 hours) per year with unlimited annual carry-over; 12 days (96 hours) granted on start date; Beginning on the first anniversary, accrual of 3.70 hours will be granted on the last day of each pay period
Volunteer Leave: 1 day (8 hours) per year with no annual carry-over; 8 hours granted on start date, then annually granted on January 1
Special Leave: Available by approval for bereavement, emergencies, and legal requirements
Parental Leave: 4 weeks (160 hours) for qualifying events, once per 12-month rolling period
Holidays: 12 designated paid holidays, plus 3 paid Floating Holidays (24 hours); Floating Holidays granted on start date, then annually granted on the anniversary date. HCC is closed from Christmas Eve Day through New Year's Day generally resulting in additional paid days. The College is closed on Election Day (Presidential Election years only)
EMPLOYEE INSURANCE COVERAGES
Eligibility begins the first day of the month following or coinciding with the date of employment.
Medical Insurance: HSA & Copay Plan Options - Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue Choice Network
HSA Plans

• $4,000 Tier 1 Deductible: Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 50%
• $5,000 Tier 2 Deductible: Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 50%
• $7,000 Out-of-Network Deductible: Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 50%

Copay Plans

• $3,000 Tier 1 Deductible: Employee coverage paid 96.5%; dependent coverage paid 45%
• $4,000 Tier 2 Deductible: Employee coverage paid 96.5%; dependent coverage paid 45%
• $5,000 Out-of-Network Deductible: Employee coverage paid 96.5%; dependent coverage paid 45%

Dental Insurance: Delta Dental
Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%
Vision Insurance: VSP
Employee coverage paid 100%; dependent coverage paid 45%
Life Insurance: Sun Life
Term life insurance equal to twice the annual base salary
Optional Insurances: Sun Life
Accident; Critical Illness; Hospital Indemnity; Long-term Disability; Voluntary Life
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
Retirement System: State Universities Retirement System (SURS) - choice of Traditional, Portable, or Retirement Savings Plan with 8% pre-tax payroll deduction
Retirement Health Insurance Plan: College Insurance Program (CIP) - Health insurance for SURS retirees with 1% pre-tax payroll deduction
Savings Plan: SURS Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 457(b) - Automatic enrollment with 3% pre-tax payroll deduction. Ability to opt out within 30 days of hire
Tax-sheltered Annuity Plan: 403(b) plan permitting voluntary salary reductions within IRS rules
OTHER BENEFITS
Flexible Spending Plan: Section 125 Plan permitting voluntary salary reductions to pay for eligible healthcare and childcare expenses using tax-free dollars within IRS rules
Health Savings Account: Tax-advantaged account available to HSA participants only to pay for qualified healthcare expenses. The College provides monthly contributions for eligible employees: $50 for single coverage, $100 for employee +spouse coverage, $100 for employee +child(ren) coverage, $200 for family coverage
Tuition Waiver: HCC tuition waiver for employee and dependents and HCC Continuing Education course fee waiver for employee
Tuition Reimbursement: Tuition reimbursement for employee for up to $3,500 per fiscal year
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Counseling and referral service for employee and dependents
Employee Identification Card: Access to HCC Fitness and Recreation Center, HCC Library, and Bloomington-Normal Public Transit System (Connect Transit)
Sick Leave Bank
Long-Term Remote Work: With approval, up to 2 days (16 hours) remote work per week, after a minimum of 5 months in position
Long-Term Alternate Work Schedule: With approval, compressed workweek or flex work schedule, after a minimum of 5 months in position
Flexible Summer Work Schedule: With approval
Summer Service Hours: Most College operations close on Fridays at noon, typically beginning the Friday following June 1st and concluding on August 1st; full-time employees will work a 36-hour work week while receiving pay for 40 hours
Benefits listed are subject to change. Specific benefits may be dependent upon employment classification, duration of employment, full-time or part-time work status, etc.