The Village of South Holland, Illinois, a leading suburb located 25 miles south of downtown Chicago with a population of approximately 22,000, is seeking Workers for its Public Works Department.

Position: Public Works Worker I - II – Full Time
Department: Public Works

Essential Function:
Under the general direction of the Director of Public Works, Public Works Supervisor, or a Public Works Crew Leader, employees in this class perform a variety of entry-level and skilled municipal work as a member of a crew or an individual engaged in the construction, demolition, installation, and repair of Village Assets. These tasks involve manual labor that requires the use of hand tools and the operation of light and heavy equipment in all weather conditions. Work will include the construction, demolition, installation, and repair of water, sewer, and stormwater lines, as well as street maintenance, sanitation, parks and grounds maintenance, and property maintenance work. Work also includes driving a pickup or dump truck to collect garbage, leaves, limbs, appliances, furniture, and other yard waste and trash, as well as performing routine horticultural tasks, street sign maintenance, and minor facility and equipment repairs. Work assignments are repetitive and can usually be performed with little supervision.

Requirements:
• High school diploma/GED equivalent is required,
• Possession of a valid driver’s license,
• Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License or the ability to acquire,
• Maintain that License and Endorsements without interruption throughout their employment with the Village.
• Minimum of one year of experience in maintenance, construction, or repair work on municipal infrastructure or an equivalent combination of education and experience

A successful candidate must assist in moving the Village forward through modeling behavior that is consistent with our Good to Great leadership philosophy, and the overall mission and vision as public servants; demonstrate behavior that is consistent with the characteristics of a Servant Leader; have the ability to interact effectively with the public, department leadership, fellow employees and village officials; preserve the integrity of our organization by making decisions that are in the best interests of the organization; and perform all job duties in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Village of South Holland with high ethical standards and behaviors.

Starting Salary Rate: $26.26 - $29.68 per hour (Depending on Municipal Experience and Qualifications)

The Village of South Holland offers an excellent benefits package, including medical insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement fund system.