Maintenance Worker - PARKS

Maintenance Worker I
- Parks

This position is responsible to perform manual labor and to operate a wide variety of vehicles, equipment, and tools as required to assist in the repair and maintenance of the parks facilities and grounds, athletic fields, other general recreational or conservation areas within the city. Work is performed under the supervision of the Parks & Streets Supervisor with direction from the Foreman.

Regularly scheduled work days and hours for this position are:
Summer

Hours:

Monday
- Friday, 6:30AM - 3:00PM. Regular

Hours:

Monday
- Friday, 7:00AM - 3:30PM. The position also requires after hours call ins via an overtime rotation list.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma/equivalent with a minimum of two (2) years' responsible work experience in public works, landscaping, construction or related field; or any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities.
• A valid Illinois Class B commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement and an acceptable driving record for eligibility of City coverage. If this requirement is not met upon hire, the Class B CDL must be obtained within the designated time period.

Starting pay rate is $26.52 per hour in accordance with the Local 150 Union contract. Position includes eligibility for full benefits package of group health insurance, benefit time, and IMRF retirement plan.