Maintenance Worker I - Parks & Ecology

ChamberMaster; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IM

457(b) deferred compensation

More benefits

Job summary

The Village of Algonquin is seeking a Public Works professional to join the outdoor maintenance team. You will help maintain parks, natural areas, and recreation buildings, and assist with the care of trees and seasonal operations to keep our community safe and attractive.

This position requires an Illinois CDL Class A with air brake and tanker endorsements (or the ability to obtain within 12 months), a high school diploma or equivalent, and the capacity to lift up to 100 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work.
• Illinois CDL Class A with air brake and tanker endorsements, or ability to obtain within 12 months of hire (in-house CDL training provided for qualified candidates).
• Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7, year-round basis.
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and care of parks, natural areas, and recreation buildings
• Installation, removal, and maintenance of Village-owned trees
• Seasonal operations such as ice rink maintenance, snow plowing, sidewalk shoveling, holiday décor installation/removal, and planting annual flower displays
• Operation of hand tools, trucks, and motorized or heavy equipment
• Emergency response and weather-related operations as needed

Skills

Stamina

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

APPLICATION DEADLINE: November 6, 2026 at 5:00pm.

STARTING SALARY: $55,844.63 (per the Local 150 union contract which expired April 30, 2026; salary is subject to change upon completion of negotiations)

HOURS PER WEEK: 40+ hours per week. This position requires a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and participation in an on-call rotation.

BENEFITS: The Village of Algonquin offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, health, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) , a 457(b) deferred compensation plan , and more.

Not a fan of sitting behind a desk all day? Prefer fresh air, hands-on work, and seeing the impact of what you do every day? Keep reading.

Join our Public Works team and enjoy the best of both worlds - active, outdoor work paired with the stability, strong benefits, and sense of purpose that come with a local government career. From operating equipment to maintaining parks and streets, you’ll play a direct role in keeping our community safe, functional, and looking its best.

GENERAL DUTIES

• Maintenance and care of parks, natural areas, and recreation buildings
• Installation, removal, and maintenance of Village-owned trees
• Seasonal operations such as ice rink maintenance, snow plowing, sidewalk shoveling, holiday décor installation/removal, and planting annual flower displays
• Operation of hand tools, trucks, and motorized or heavy equipment
• Emergency response and weather-related operations as needed

REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent, or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work
• Illinois CDL Class “A” with air brake and tanker endorsements, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire (in-house CDL training provided for qualified candidates)
• Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7, year-round basis
• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds

The Village of Algonquin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.