The Village of South Holland seeks an experienced, motivated, service-oriented professional to serve as its next Public Works Superintendent.

This leadership position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by overseeing essential municipal services, maintaining critical infrastructure, and leading a dedicated team of public works professionals.

We seek a proven leader with strong technical knowledge, effective operational management, and a genuine commitment to public service, to serve in a community that is politically stable, financially sound, with a new PW facility and excellent equipment.

Position Overview

Under the Director of Public Works, the Public Works Superintendent oversees daily operations within the Village's Right-of-Way and Water/Sewer/Stormwater Divisions.

The Superintendent coordinates maintenance activities, supervises personnel, manages operational resources, ensures workplace safety, and maintains the Village's infrastructure to the highest standards.

This position requires a hands-on leader who can balance administrative responsibilities, field operations, emergency response, and long-term departmental objectives.

The ideal candidate would aspire to the position of Public Works Director.
Key Responsibilities
• Direct and supervise daily public works operations, including streets, water, sewer, stormwater, and related infrastructure.
• Lead, train, mentor, and evaluate employees while fostering teamwork, accountability, and professional development.
• Coordinate infrastructure maintenance, construction, repairs, and improvement projects.
• Oversee snow and ice control, emergency repairs, and after-hours response activities.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations, environmental requirements, and departmental procedures.
• Monitor equipment maintenance, coordinate purchasing, and assist with budget and resource management.
• Conduct field inspections and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and effectively.
• Respond to resident concerns and service requests with professionalism, respect, and sound judgment.
• Collaborate with Village leadership, contractors, engineers, and other departments on operational and infrastructure initiatives.
• Maintain accurate operational records and prepare required reports.

Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience, in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or a related field; history of substantive public works responsibilities, including supervisory experience.
• Five (5) years of public works maintenance and repair experience, with three (3) years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Licenses and Certifications
• The following must be held, or have the ability to obtain within 120 days of hire.
o Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL),
o CPR, AED, First Aid, and applicable bloodborne pathogens requirements.
o DOT Superintendent Drug and Alcohol Awareness Training.
• Preferred licenses or certifications include.
o Water Operator C license,
o Illinois Department of Agriculture pesticide and herbicide license

Compensation and Benefits
• $78,748.80 – $112,236.80 (based on a 40-hour workweek/2,080 hours annually.
Hourly range: $37.86 – $53.96)
• IMRF pension (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 2 weeks Paid Vacation (with up to 5 weeks based on years of service)
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457b)
• 10 days Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• $40,000 Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (80% paid)
Work Environment

This position involves both office and field responsibilities, including outdoor work in varying weather conditions, physical activity, and occasional emergency response outside normal business hours.

Join Our Team
If you are an experienced public works professional with a passion for leadership, operational excellence, and community service, we encourage you to apply.
Become part of a team that operates under the philosophy of “The relentless pursuit of improvement”.
South Holland is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer
Posting open until filled