Maintenance Worker - General Operations

Village of Elk Grove•Elk Grove Township, IL

4d•$32 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

Elk Grove Village is seeking a Maintenance Worker for its Public Works Department. This union position is under the general supervision of a Public Works Foreman and will primarily serve the General Operations Division, while assisting other activities as directed. The role performs operation, maintenance, and repair work on Village infrastructure, supporting streets, land, and forestry operations. The work includes responding to emergency overtime situations, sewer clogs, water main breaks, and snow and ice conditions. The position requires physically demanding 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.

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 them within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform 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 24/7 winter operations.
Respond to emergency overtime situations, sewer clogs, water main breaks, and other off-hours emergencies.