Maintenance Worker - General Operations

Village of Elk Grove•Elk Grove Village, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Elk Grove Village’s Public Works Department is seeking a Maintenance Worker primarily assigned to the General Operations Division, with the expectation of assisting other activities as directed. Under the general supervision of a Public Works Foreman, this union position performs operation, maintenance, and repair activities for Village infrastructure. Work involves Public Works activities in streets, land, and forestry, as well as responding to emergency overtime situations, sewer clogs, water main breaks, and snow and ice control. The position requires semi-skilled manual labor and operation of light- and heavy-duty equipment. The schedule is 40 hours per week, with emergency overtime as needed and required alternating weekend standby assignments. The role participates in 24/7 winter operations for snow plowing and salt spreading.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Working knowledge and experience in Public Works activities.
Skill in operating power tools and equipment.
Effective communication skills.
Passion for public service and willingness to work overtime and respond to off-hours emergencies.
Valid Illinois Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with tanker and air brake endorsements, or ability to obtain these licenses within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned asphalt patching, street sweeping, tree and brush removal, leaf collection, sign maintenance, sewer cleaning, stormwater system repairs, water main and service line repairs, and concrete work.
Enter and update information in the Village’s asset management software to maintain accurate asset inventory, maintenance, and repair records.
Operate heavy trucks and equipment to repair and maintain Village infrastructure.
Assist with setup, teardown, and cleanup for Village special events.
Perform snow plowing and salt spreading as part of winter operations.
Respond to emergency overtime situations, sewer clogs, water main breaks, and snow and ice control needs.
Assist in Public Works activities outside the General Operations Division as directed.