What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker, Public Works Department position at Village of Streamwood?
The Village of Streamwood will be accepting applications for the position of full-time Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department.
Responsibilities: This position is responsible for performing unskilled and semi-skilled work in a variety of public works and public lands maintenance activities. Work involves responsibility for performing a variety of maintenance duties in the care and upkeep of streets, sewers, water lines, public lands, public buildings, and other facilities. Performs heavy, physical labor, often with the use of a pick and shovel.
Residency Requirement: Must live within the following boundaries within 12 months of hire: Those portions of the State of Illinois east of Route 39/51, north of US Route 30, and west of Lake Michigan.
Salary & Benefits: Starting salary $62,722 with a top salary of $94,284. Excellent fringe benefits including life, health, and dental insurance. Other benefits include sick and vacation time, paid holidays, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund pension plan.
Qualifications: High School graduate or equivalent;one to three years’ experience or combination of education and experience; valid Illinois driver’s license, and ability to receive an Illinois CDL driver’s license within 180 days of employment; ability to perform and withstand heavy physical labor; ability to pass a background check and physical exam including drug screen. You must meet all these qualifications to be eligible to take the written examination.
Applications: A complete Village of Streamwood Employment application must be received by 4 pm, Friday, May 9, 2025. Applications are available at the Village Hall (301 East Irving Park Road, Streamwood, IL 60107) or at www.streamwood.org. They may be submitted via email to humanresources@streamwood.org or to the Village Hall. Applications must be received by this deadline to be eligible to take the Civil Service Examination and must reflect the attainment of the required qualifications.
Civil Service Testing Process
Two-Year Eligibility List: The Streamwood Civil Service Commission will be preparing a two-year eligibility list which will be used to hire for this position for a two-year period. Only those people appearing on the eligibility list can be considered for this position during this two-year period.
Civil Service Written Examination: A Civil Service written examination will be held for this position on Wednesday, May 28, 2025. Applicants submitting complete employment applications with all the required documents will be notified by mail and e-mail of the time and location of the examination.
Equal Opportunity Employer.
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Village of Streamwood!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,722.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Ability to Commute:
- Streamwood, IL 60107 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $62,722 - $94,284
