Maintenance Operator

*One Time Signing Bonus w/ Current CDL-B License*

Job Title: Maintenance Operator

Department: Public Works

Employment Status: Full Time Union (Non-Exempt)

Hours: Monday through Friday (7:00am - 3:30pm)

Pay Rate: $47,239.00 - $51,963.00

Scope of Work

This is skilled and semi-skilled mechanical work involving the maintenance, repair and construction throughout the Village. The Maintenance Operator is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the Village's rights-of-ways, infrastructure, equipment, buildings and grounds. Examples would be streets, storm sewer system, water and sewer systems, parks, buildings and grounds, and related public works projects. Position must be available to handle emergency service calls and be available to work weekends.

This position shall provide support to and direction from senior personnel.

Supervision Received: Reports to the Director of Public Works

Education: High school Diploma or equivalent GED

Minimum Experience

• Some knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities;
• Valid Illinois Class "B" CDL with air brakes and tanker endorsement, or the ability to obtain the CDL within six months from the date of hire,

Necessary Special Requirements

The employee must also be able to pass a drug screen, physical, pass a background check and differentiate between colors.

Necessary Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and refers defects or needed repairs to Management.
• Some general knowledge of the materials, supplies, and equipment used in maintenance and repair projects.
• Operates light and medium-sized construction and power equipment, such as mechanized broom, Vactor - Jetter truck or backhoe/loader.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees; other departments and the public in a courteous and professional manner that builds cooperation and consensus.
• Ability to comprehend and follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Some knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions associated with public works maintenance and repair projects.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operates a variety of power construction and maintenance equipment used in the public works department.
• Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, such as pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, concrete, road patching, sewer cleaning, storm drainage maintenance, and back filling.
• Responds to emergency situations; allocates necessary supplies and equipment,
• Promotes and maintains responsive community relations.
• May work weekends, on call, and responds to emergency calls.
• Follows regulations, policies, work procedures and safety rules, and the use of appropriate safety equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Subject to respond to emergencies 24 hours/day, 7 days/week, 365 days/year and may be recalled after regular working hours at periodic intervals as assigned.
• Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to vibration.
• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to walk, sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and smell.
• Frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds.
• Vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Miscellaneous Information

Please include resume along with application.

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