Public Works - Seasonal Worker 2026

Aurora Il; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Aurora is seeking applicants for seasonal Public Works positions in Downtown Services, Street Maintenance and Water & Sewer Maintenance. Duties include hydrant painting, water main flushing, landscaping, general maintenance and roadside cleanup. Must be 18+, have IL driver’s license, lift 50 lbs, and pass a physical, drug screen and background check.

Employees work typically 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with opportunities for overtime; seasonal positions may lead to

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old by start date.
• Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds and work in all weather.
• Must pass physical, drug screen, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Fire hydrant painting and water main flushing.
• Grass mowing, basic landscaping and general maintenance.
• Painting, patching holes and minor utility repairs.
• Roadside cleanup and operating powered equipment as assigned.

Job description

Central Garage
720 N Broadway
Aurora, IL 60505, USA

The City of Aurora is seeking applicants for seasonal job positions in various divisions within the Public Works Department. Positions are available from approximately March through November.

Public Works locations include Downtown Services, Street Maintenance, and Water & Sewer Maintenance.

Duties include but are not limited to fire hydrant painting, water main flushing, grass mowing, basic landscaping, general maintenance, painting, patching holes, minor utility repairs and roadside clean up; Other maintenance work and manual labor as assigned. May operate powered equipment and vehicles.

Applicants must be at least 18 years old by start date and possess a valid Illinois driver's license. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Must be able to pass a physical, drug screen, and background investigation.

The hourly wage is $17.29 - $23.92/hour, depending on qualifications.

Employees generally will work from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. There may also be opportunities for overtime work.

Seasonal employees may receive preference in consideration for potential promotional opportunities within the City.

*Applicants may be contacted regarding their interest in seasonal positions in other Divisions in the City.

*Applicants will only be contacted if selected to move forward in the hiring process.

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