Public Work Laborer
This full-time position is within the Public Works of the Village, it requires dedication, hard work and a positive attitude. This applicant must be able to work outside in inclement conditions. It is a physical job and requires basic knowledge of general maintenance of Village owned property and assorted duties as set forth in the essential duties and responsibilities.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Repair, maintenance, installation, cleaning, landscaping and waste disposal of and for various municipal buildings
- Prepare and grade terrain and public areas
- Apply insecticides, fertilizers, seed, sod and transplant various vegetation using manual and power equipment
- Mow and trim lawns using hand or power equipment
- Trim trees and other vegetation
- Spray lawns, trees, shrubs, and other vegetation’s and apply supplemental liquid and nutrients
- Operate chipper and chain saw
- Paint various equipment, buildings and highway markings
- Repair and remove concrete and asphalt streets, walks and driveways using both manual and power equipment in addition to a large variety of hand tools
- Erect and remove barricades
- Load and unload heavy materials from trucks and other municipal equipment
- Snow plowing and snow removal
- Festival and special event set up and take down
- Assist sewer and water maintenance crews when needed
- Ability to complete worksheets and reports
- Use tools and operate machinery as directed
- Be an ambassador for the Village of River Grove
- Standard work hours include Tuesday thru Saturday from 7:00 to 3:30. Public Works employees must have the ability to be on call 24/7.
- This position reports to the Directors and or Foreman of Public Works
Fillable Job Application (PDF) Email completed application via the Apply Now Tab or drop off at Village Hall 2621 N. Thatcher, River Grove, IL 60171.
Qualifications
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation principals • Knowledge of working with tools and heavy equipment • The ability to work courteously with the general public • Understand and carry out oral and written directions • Communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing • Valid Illinois driver’s license • Must be able to obtain a Class B CDL license with air brake endorsement within 12 months of hire date • Work Independently in the absence of supervision • Must be available for emergency duty 24 hours a day
Special Requirements
Physical Requirements: • Constant lifting or moving up to 65 pounds, occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds • Frequent walking and standing (sometimes on uneven surfaces) talking and listening • Walking, grasping, lifting and carrying objects; reaching, operating hand controls and small and large tools. • Operating foot controls (such as driving a vehicle) • Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and a variety of environmental conditions including (but not limited to) heat, cold, humidity, rain, snow, dust and conditions normally associated with working outdoors and using hand tools and power equipment • Specific vision abilities required include close, distance, color, and peripheral, as well as depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. • Emphasis on workplace safety
Miscellaneous Information
EEO Statement: The Village of River Grove is an equal opportunity employer that seeks qualified applicants for employment in available positions without unlawful regard to the applicants’ race, color, sex, religion, age, or ethnic origin. Applicants with qualified disabilities will be reasonably accommodated upon prior notification. Employment positions with the Village of River Grove are identified on below, and current employment opportunities
Repair, maintenance, installation, cleaning, landscaping and waste disposal of and for various municipal buildings