Public Works

The City of Georgetown is currently hiring a motivated and dependable individual to join our Streets and Alley Department. This position is essential to keeping our streets, utilities, and public spaces safe, functional, and well-maintained. If you take pride in hands‑on work and enjoy making a positive impact in your community, we would love to hear from you. Georgetown, Illinois

• Standard
  
  Hours:
  
  Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Emergency Call‑Outs: Must be available for mandatory call‑outs outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays for community emergencies such as:
• Snow & Ice Removal (plowing and salting)
• Storm Damage Cleanup (debris and roadway clearing)
• Water & Sewer Emergencies
• Infrastructure Emergencies

$19-$20

Key Responsibilities

Infrastructure Maintenance: Repair and maintain city streets, sidewalks, and storm sewers.
Equipment Operation: Safely operate city equipment including snowplows, salt spreader, dump trucks, chainsaws, mowers, backhoe, sewer vac machine, and any other equipment (as assigned).
Landscaping & Grounds: Perform mowing, brush removal, and seasonal maintenance including snow removal.
Water/Sewer Operation: Assist with keeping all sewer and water lines open and working, installing water/sewer lines, turning residents’ water on and off as needed

Days per week: Monday - Friday

Shift: 1st Shift

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment preferred but not required

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $19-$20 per hour

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Benefits: Health insurance, retirement pension (IMRF), paid personal, and vacation time.

Life Insurance: voluntary (Employee paid)