Description

DESCRIPTION:

The Village is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Worker I (MWI) or Maintenance Worker II (MWII) within the Water & Sewer Division. This role supports the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Village’s water distribution and sewer collection systems. The position requires a dependable, safety focused individual who is committed to high quality public service. 

Under the direction of the Division’s Crew Leader, the Municipal Worker performs skilled and semiskilled tasks related to water and sewer infrastructure. The position requires participation in emergency response during and after hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. 

Applicant skills examples preferred for a MWI but required for a MWII (or an equivalent combination of similar skills): 

• Perform JULIE locates for water and sewer
• Operation of backhoe for water and sewer excavations
• Operation of a flusher and/or combination unit for sewer cleaning
• Ability to repair/replace fire hydrants, water valves, water mains & services
• Class ‘B’ CDL with air brake and tanker endorsements

SALARY/BENEFITS:

This is a full-time, non-exempt position (overtime eligible) with full benefits and participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF), a defined benefit retirement plan. Our comprehensive benefits package also includes health, dental, and vision insurance, life/AD&D coverage, flexible spending, transit, a 457 deferred compensation plan, paid time off, a wellness incentive program, and tuition reimbursement. The hourly pay range for a MWI is $27.49-38.49 and a MWII is $28.87- $40.42, starting pay to commensurate with experience.

HOW TO APPLY:

1. Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and employment application (click here) to applicants@glenellyn.org. Hard copies (faxed, mailed, hand-delivered) of resumes will be declined.
2. Applicants must indicate (JobID: #06-26 Maint. Worker PW Utilities) in the subject line of their e-mail.
3. The selected finalist will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check, reference check, and post-offer medical physical examination, which includes drug screening for controlled substances, including THC, in accordance with Village policy for safety-sensitive positions.
4. The position is open until filled; Review of applications will begin upon receipt. 
   Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations under the American with Disabilities Act should contact Human Resources at 630-469-5000.

THE VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER 

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance duties.
• Operate a variety of vehicles and heavy-duty tools properly &safely.
• Assist the general public and private contractors with questions and concerns.
• Perform water main and service locating; detect water leaks with a correlator.
• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair water services, mains, valves, meters, and hydrants.
• Assist in maintaining the water plant and lift stations.
• Maintain, clean and repair sanitary and storm sewer mains and structures.
• Repair sewer services and perform sewer televising.
• Prepare accurate work records including time spent and materials used, with entry into a computer.
• Set-up safe work zones and use appropriate safety equipment.
• Assist in emergency response operations.
• Participate in snow removal operations according to the snow and ice removal plan.
   

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, possession of a college degree or advanced training is preferred. For a MWI, one (1) year of experience in general construction and maintenance work is a plus, for a MWII the expectation would be 3-5 years’ experience, preferably in the water and sewer industry. Valid driver’s license of a Class ‘B’ CDL, with air brake and tanker endorsements or ability to obtain within a defined period; current possession of a CDL ‘B’ is a plus. Ability to operate various types of heavy-duty tools and equipment including backhoe, loader, skid steer, various sewer cleaning equipment and snowplow trucks. 

The duties of this job include physical activities such as stooping, kneeling, standing, reaching, climbing, walking, lifting and/or moving (up to 75 pounds), grasping, pulling/pushing, twisting, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, occasional typing, and repetitive motions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance and peripheral vision; depth perception; and the ability to adjust focus. Employee occasionally works around vibrations and noise, moving mechanical parts, confined spaces and underground trenches, heights, and is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and extreme outdoor temperatures. Work environment includes primarily outdoor work in various types of weather conditions, with some indoor work as well. 

Work Schedule  

The general work schedule is Monday-Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Must be able to respond to after-hours call-backs and be prepared for and confront emergency conditions as necessary.