Maintenance Worker - Streets

Maintenance Worker - Streets Village of Hanover Park, IL Hanover Park, IL Job Details Full-time $26.54 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Gym membership Life insurance Qualifications CDL B Occupational safety regulation compliance Landscape maintenance Outdoor work Asphalt Safety regulations Concrete finishing High school diploma or GED Flood control Concrete forming Snow plowing Air Brake Endorsement Construction Highway maintenance Commercial driving Sanding Machine minor repairs 2 years Entry level Full Job Description The Village of Hanover Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

JOB SUMMARY

Our Benefits Include:

Paid Vacation, Holidays, Personal Days, and Sick Days Life Insurance Policy equal to your annual salary, paid by the Village Pension with an employer contribution Medical Insurance with only an 11% employee contribution Free single Dental Insurance Annual Employee Awards and Appreciation Event Annual Employee Picnic Annual Holiday Party Wellness Events Free Gym Membership

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Execute precision repairs to concrete and asphalt assets, including curb, gutter, and sidewalk restoration, to maintain Village standards for pedestrian and vehicular safety. Performs street maintenance and repair tasks using shovels, tampers, rakes, jackhammers, and other hand equipment, including pouring and shoveling asphalt, concrete, gravel, hot and cold patch, oil, and similar materials. Drives a variety of vehicles on a daily basis and receives training in the operation and care of vehicles and equipment used. Repairs curbing, storm sewers, and sidewalks using jackhammers, picks, shovels, and other related equipment. Fragments curbing and sidewalks for replacement and removal; places forms, shapes, and finishes concrete, and patches adjoining road surfaces. Manages stormwater infrastructure through jetting, catch-basin reconstruction, and pipe repair to mitigate local flooding and protect the watershed. Repairs yards and fences; replaces or repairs catch basins, culverts, retaining walls, and broken drainage pipes. Operates various equipment and drives various vehicles for the removal of snow and application of road salt to Village streets, lots, and municipal areas during inclement weather. Preserves the visual integrity of the community by executing graffiti abatement programs on public and private property, utilizing specialized blasting and surface restoration techniques. Repairs cleaned surfaces, including painting, staining, and sanding. Responsible for graffiti removal on all areas within Village boundaries, including private property and the public right-of-way. Repairs or replaces regulatory or indicator signs within the Village jurisdiction and manufactures required signs. Performs minor maintenance on tools and equipment. Follows all safety regulations, policies, and procedures. Reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor. Reports all accidents to the supervisor immediately whenever possible, but no later than the end of the employee's work shift. Follows recognized safe work practices. Responds to emergency calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Performs other duties as requested or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION &/OR EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); two years of experience in street, construction, or water/sewer maintenance and repair; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Requires possession of a valid Class B Illinois Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with Air Brake endorsement, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire.