Utilities Maintenance Worker

Village of Palatine•Palatine, IL

1d•$34 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Village of Palatine Department of Public Works is hiring a Maintenance Worker primarily assigned to the Utilities Division, with the expectation that the employee will assist other divisions as directed. The role maintains water supply and distribution, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and creek systems; performs related construction and repairs; and supports street and forestry operations when assigned. The employee operates and maintains vehicles and equipment, monitors SCADA systems, updates infrastructure records, assists with events and seasonal operations, and remains available to respond to emergencies. This is a full-time, non-exempt position with a Monday-through-Friday schedule of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., plus overtime availability. The hiring rate is $34.37 per hour, with a full range of $34.37 to $49.78 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to operate equipment and machinery such as heavy-duty trucks, aerial trucks, end loaders, backhoes, pavers and rollers, excavating equipment, post installers and removers, televising cameras, sewer jetters, forklifts, hand and power tools, chainsaws, mowers, string trimmers, and brush chippers.
Ability to maintain and repair complex equipment and machinery.
Knowledge of standard methods, materials, and equipment used to maintain, repair, and construct water supply and distribution, sanitary sewer, and storm sewer systems.
Knowledge of SCADA operations and ability to use SCADA software.
Ability to perform sustained heavy physical effort, including climbing, balancing, stooping, crouching, and lifting, pushing, and pulling objects weighing 20 to 50 pounds, with occasional handling of objects up to 125 pounds.
Ability to work indoors and outdoors in fluctuating and extreme temperatures and weather conditions, with some exposure to noise.
Ability to work in a team environment, follow safe work practices, communicate verbally and in writing, and demonstrate excellent customer service.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and assigned overtime, and respond to emergencies 24 hours a day.
Must be eligible for employment in the United States and pass a pre-employment background check, medical screening, and drug screening, including cannabis.
Possess a valid Illinois Class A or B commercial driver's license with air brake and tanker endorsements, or be able to obtain a commercial learner's permit within two months of hire and a CDL within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience as a laborer or maintenance worker in a utility or municipal setting.
Certification as an Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Class C Drinking Water Operator.

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair, and replace water mains, well and pump stations, fire hydrants, valves and valve boxes, b-boxes, and elevated and ground storage tanks.
Collect drinking water samples and prepare reports for regulatory testing and compliance.
Inspect, repair, and replace sanitary and storm sewer infrastructure, including sewer mains, lift stations, retention and detention basins, inlets, catch basins, manholes, and culverts.
Perform sewer inspections, televising, and flushing.
Inspect and maintain the creek system, clear obstructions, and repair outfalls and erosion.
Repair and replace concrete curbs, sidewalks, and driveways.
Monitor SCADA systems to control water and wastewater systems.
Maintain and install water meters and perform water shutoffs and turn-ons.
Locate underground utilities in response to J.U.L.I.E. requests.
Operate light-duty to heavy-duty trucks and equipment for public utility, street, and urban forestry repair, maintenance, and construction work.
Inspect and maintain vehicles and equipment and report malfunctions to a supervisor.
Assist with preparation, teardown, and cleanup for events, festivals, and special functions.
Remain available on call to respond to emergency situations.
Assist with snow plowing and ice control operations.
Update the Village GIS inventory of water and sewer infrastructure, signs, and the urban forest.
When assigned to the Streets Division, inspect, maintain, and repair streets, roadways, curbs, sidewalks, and parking lots; perform pothole patching, street sweeping, and leaf collection; design and fabricate signs; install, maintain, and repair Village signage; haul materials; install temporary event signage and road closures; and apply and maintain pavement markings.
When assigned to the Forestry Division, plant, remove, trim, spray, and care for trees and shrubs; grind stumps; mow Village property and provide turf care; maintain landscape beds, medians, pots, and planters; perform brush collection and chipping; and prepare and install civic displays, seasonal decorations, holiday lighting, and landscape improvements.