Laborer

Dupage County; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Tuition reimbursement

Pre-paid legal & credit union

Job summary

DuPage County’s Division of Transportation seeks a Laborer to support roadway maintenance and shop tasks. Responsibilities include mowing, brush chipping, traffic control and operating a range of equipment such as pickups, forklifts, Bobcats, and snowplows.

A High School Diploma or GED is required, plus a valid IL driver’s license. CDL within six months of hire is expected, with assistance provided. Benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, and more.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.
• Ability to obtain a CDL within six (6) months of hire (assistance provided).
• Preferred: experience in minor engine repair and road maintenance.
• Must be able to work independently and maintain a detail-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Roadway duties such as mowing, brush chipping, shoveling, raking, sweeping and traffic control.
• Operate pickup truck, forklift, Bobcat, and other roadway equipment.
• Operate a tandem axle snowplow.
• Shop tasks like cleaning, maintenance and replacing light bulbs.
• Track and update inventory, receive deliveries, restock supplies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as a Laborer for DuPage County's Division of Transportation. This position supports the Highway Maintenance Department.

THIS POSITION IS ASSIGNED TO

THE IUOE - LOCAL 150 DIVISION OF TRANSPORTATION BARGAINING UNIT.

This position is subject to drug and alcohol testing requirements of the United States Department of Transportation - Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Personal days. Employees in this role receive 1 hour per day of on-call pay for November 1st through March 31st (on-call pay will only apply once a CDL is obtained). To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit: Employees Benefit Information. For detailed information on paid time off, visit: Local 150 Contract- DOT

DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities include:

• Roadway activities such as mowing, brush chipping, shoveling, raking, sweeping and traffic control
• Operates pickup truck, forklift, bobcat, and other roadway equipment
• Operates a tandem axle snowplow
• Shop activities such as cleaning, sweeping, and performing basic maintenance tasks (e.g. replaces light bulbs, sharpens lawn mower blades, empty shop trash, greases equipment, etc.)
• Tracking and updating inventory, receiving deliveries, retrieving parts, restocking supplies
• Pick up and drop off vehicles, equipment, and parts
• Assists fleet mechanics and equipment operators with their daily job tasks
• Other custodial, shop and roadway related tasks as assigned

Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:

• Completion of a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma
• A valid Illinois Driver’s License
• Ability to obtain a CDL within six (6) months of hire (assistance provided by the Division of Transportation)

The preferred candidate will possess:

• Previous experience in minor engine repair and road maintenance
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently

A post offer physical is required.

A pre-employment background check is required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Heavy Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Use of arm and /or leg controls requires exertion of forces greater than for medium work.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

The work environment for this position frequently includes working near moving mechanical parts, in high or precarious places, in extreme outside weather conditions, with hazardous materials, with fumes or airborne particles, with the risk of electric shock, and in cramped or confined spaces. Employees in this class are required to be on call for emergency situations and seasonal snow removal, which means being capable of working in excess of forty (40) hours per week.