Maintenance Worker - General Operations

Village of Elk Grove; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

IMRF pension

Job summary

Village of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, Illinois, is seeking a Maintenance Worker for the Public Works Department. The role involves operation, maintenance, and repair of infrastructure, with duties across streets, land, and forestry, and overtime/emergency readiness.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid Illinois driver’s license, and a Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements (or willingness to obtain within six months).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Illinois Driver's License; CDL Class B with tanker and air brake endorsements or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Willingness to work overtime and respond to off-hours emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform asphalt patching, street sweeping, tree/brush removal, leaf collection, and sign maintenance.
• Repair water mains, sewers, stormwater systems, and concrete work.
• Operate heavy trucks and equipment for village infrastructure.
• Assist with snow plowing and salt spreading during 24/7 winter operations.

Skills

Physical stamina

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Power tools

Job description

Elk Grove Village, Illinois, (pop. 33,127), a strategically located, progressive community that is home to the largest consolidated business park in North America, is seeking a dynamic, detailed and skills-oriented candidate for the position of Maintenance Worker in the Public Works Department. Elk Grove Village is located in Cook and DuPage Counties adjacent to O'Hare International Airport and is home to approximately 5,600 businesses, located in its 5.4 square mile Business Park.

The Public Works Department maintains Village-owned property, infrastructure, and equipment. It consists of the General Operations Division, the Utilities Division, and the Engineering Division. The Department maintains water and sewer utilities, public streets and rights-of-way, urban forestry, land, engineering, facilities, and fleet services.

The Maintenance Worker is a union position under the general supervision of a Public Works Foreman. This position will primarily be assigned to the General Operations Division but will be expected to assist in other Activities as directed. The position performs operation, maintenance, and repair activities for the Village's infrastructure to enhance the quality of life in our exceptional community.The position will be involved in various Public Works activities within the operational areas of streets, land, and forestry. The position performs tasks in response to emergency overtime situations, sewer clogs, water main breaks, and snow and ice control.

KEY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Completes assigned tasks such as 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.
• Entering and updating data in the Village's asset management software to maintain accurate records of asset inventory, maintenance, and repair activities.
• Operating heavy trucks and equipment to repair and maintain Village infrastructure.
• Assisting with the setup, teardown, and cleanup of Village special events.
• Performing snow plowing and salt spreading as part of 24/7 winter operations to ensure safe roadway conditions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or GED equivalent required. This position is physically demanding and requires semi-skilled manual labor and the operation of various light and heavy-duty equipment.Working knowledge and experience in Public Works activities; skill in operating power tools and equipment; and effective communication skills.Candidates must exhibit a passion for public service and a willingness to work overtime and respond to off-hours emergencies.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Must possess and maintain a valid Illinois Driver's License with a safe driving record. Required to have a Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker and air brake endorsements or to obtain licenses within six (6) months of employment.

HIRING RATE AND SALARY

The salary range for this position will be $32.26 - $46.39 per hour. Candidates will only be offered a non-negotiable starting salary of $32.26 per hour per union contract.

OPENING DATE

November 2, 2026

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled

HOURS OF WORK

40 hours per week. Emergency overtime as needed/required. Alternating weekend standby assignments required.

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Elk Grove offers a competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, this position is participating in an Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. You will be contacted for an interview if you are selected to move forward in the hiring process. The position is Open Until Filled.

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