Maintenance Worker - Parks & Ecology
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
Groundskeeper, Landscaping
Final date to receive applications: November 6, 2026 at 5:00pm.
STARTING SALARY: $55,844.63 (per the Local 150 union contract which expired April 30, 2026; salary is subject to change upon completion of negotiations)
HOURS PER WEEK: 40+ hours per week. This position requires a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, and participation in an on-call rotation.
BENEFITS: The Village of Algonquin offers a competitive benefits package including paid time off, holidays, health, dental, and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, participation in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) , a 457(b) deferred compensation plan , and more.
Not a fan of sitting behind a desk all day? Prefer fresh air, hands-on work, and seeing the impact of what you do every day? Keep reading.
Join our Public Works team and enjoy the best of both worlds - active, outdoor work paired with the stability, strong benefits, and sense of purpose that come with a local government career. From operating equipment to maintaining parks and streets, you’ll play a direct role in keeping our community safe, functional, and looking its best.
GENERAL DUTIES- Maintenance and care of parks, natural areas, and recreation buildings
- Installation, removal, and maintenance of Village-owned trees
- Seasonal operations such as ice rink maintenance, snow plowing, sidewalk shoveling, holiday décor installation/removal, and planting annual flower displays
- Operation of hand tools, trucks, and motorized or heavy equipment
- Emergency response and weather-related operations as needed
- High school diploma or equivalent, or any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the work
- Illinois CDL Class “A” with air brake and tanker endorsements, or the ability to obtain within 12 months of hire (in-house CDL training provided for qualified candidates)
- Ability to respond to emergencies on a 24/7, year-round basis
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds
The Village of Algonquin is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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