Maintenance Operator

Des Plaines

Des Plaines (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 62,000

Full time

28 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Healthcare

Generous paid vacation, personal, andS

Sick leave

Paid holidays

IMRF retirement

Various financial benefits

Job summary

City of Des Plaines seeks a maintenance worker to perform a broad range of labor for city facilities, grounds, and infrastructure. This role involves heavy manual tasks, equipment operation, and adherence to safety standards.

The position requires the ability to work varied shifts, respond to emergencies after hours, and collaborate with a Public Works team to maintain water systems, streets, and utilities. A CDL with required endorsements must be obtained within 120 days.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; 1–2 years maintenance/repair experience accepted.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor and operate tools safely.
Must be able to work shifts outside normal hours and respond to emergencies.
Knowledge of basic building systems, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance, repair, and construction tasks on city facilities and infrastructure.
Inspect and maintain water distribution components and sanitary/storm sewer structures.
Respond to residential complaints and emergencies; participate in snow removal operations.
Operate a variety of power construction equipment; report defects and coordinate with supervisor.

Skills

Emergency response

Heavy lifting

Shifts outside hours

Operate equipment safely

Verbal & written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL-A (Airbrake, Fifth Wheel, Tanker)

Job description

Performs a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in the construction, operation, repair, and maintenance of City owned facilities, grounds, infrastructure, and equipment with a positive team orientated attitude toward success.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Works under supervision of a Crew Leader. May assist to coordinate, instruct, or supervise the work of new employees or other personnel as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Performs required labor including breaking pavement and curbing, excavating necessary material, and pouring asphalt and concrete in the construction, repair and maintenance of City streets, alleys, parkways, and lots; the inspection and maintenance of streetlights; installation of pavement markings and signs; removal and clean-up of graffiti and related damage to City property; litter pickup, landscape and tree maintenance; and the removal of debris from roadways and City property.
Performs general carpentry and other construction-related activities in the repair and maintenance of City facilities. Repairs building systems including mechanical, electrical, fire/life safety, and custodial as needed.
Performs required labor as part of a Public Works crews including the inspection, maintenance, and installation of water distribution system appurtenances including maintenance of water piping, structures, manholes, valve vaults and buffalo boxes.
Performs the installation, inspection and maintenance of fire hydrants, valves, and related equipment.
Responds to residential complaints and other requests for service in response to excessive water usage, discoloration, or low pressure.
Performs utility locations of all City utilities as part of Joint Utility Locating Information for Excavators.
Performs required labor including the installation, inspection, and maintenance of sanitary and storm structures, manholes, lift stations, vaults, catch basins, and sewer lines.
As assigned, provides snow removal on City roadways, allies and sidewalks as part of the City’s regular snow operations.
Responds to residential complaints and other requests for service.
Responds to emergency events such as water main breaks, flooding, and snow removal.
Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment. Performs routine inspection, cleaning, and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor.
Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards.
Assists with the oversight of contractors for various projects and repairs.
Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisor.
Clears debris and other blockages from creeks and streams; digs culverts.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED Equivalent. One to two years of experience in the repair & maintenance of facilities or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted provided the candidate has demonstrated the ability to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

This position requires employees to respond to emergency and non-emergency situations outside normal business hours.
Since Public Works operates 24/7, this position could be required to work various shifts to provide coverage 7 days a week. Typical shifts are 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; 3 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.; or 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. This position requires the ability to work shifts outside normal working hours as needed.
Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
The skill to operate the listed tools and equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to perform heavy manual tasks for extended periods of time; ability to work safely; ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public.
Knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in building system maintenance, construction and repair including carpentry, plumbing, HVAC systems and electrical maintenance of facilities.
Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, method and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities, some knowledge of municipal sewer and water systems.
Knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods, and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
Basic knowledge of water meters and plumbing systems.
State of Illinois Class "A" (CDL) Driver's License with Airbrake, Fifth Wheel and Tanker endorsement is required within 120 days of employment. The CDL License with the endorsement must be maintained by the position holder at all times.

EQUIPMENT USED

Requires the frequent use of motorized vehicles and equipment, including tractor loader, dump truck, pickup truck, utility truck, skid steer with various attachments, tamper, plate compactor, saws, pumps, compressors, sanders, grinders, generators, common hand and power tools, shovels, wrenches, detection devices, mobile radio, and cellular phone.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear.

The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in outside weather conditions on uneven ground surfaces. The employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and vibration. The employee occasionally works in confined areas and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud on occasion.

Check out our incredible benefits package!

Comprehensive Healthcare: We’ve got you covered with medical, dental, and optical insurance options tailored to fit your needs—offering low deductibles, low premiums, and an overall low cost to you and your family.
Generous paid vacation, personal, and sick leave for a balanced work-life experience
Paid holidays to enjoy special moments throughout the year
Employer-paid Life Insurance for peace of mind
Participation in the prestigious Illinois Municipal Employee Retirement System (IMRF)

Plus, as a member of the City of Des Plaines team, you get access to exciting financial benefits: