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EMPLOYMENT ADVERTISEMENT

GENERAL UTILITY WORKER I (Full-Time)

The Village of Burr Ridge is seeking qualified applicants for General Utility Worker I in the Public Works Department.

Responsibilities will include operating power construction equipment, maintaining and repairing buildings, streetlights, street pavement, and underground pipes; executing general carpentry and other construction-related activities; performing routine maintenance on power equipment and fleet vehicles; carrying out activities for water meter reading, water meter replacement, tree maintenance, and general landscaping. Applicants shall be reliable, possess a strong work ethic, be mechanically inclined, be willing to work in all weather conditions and be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, for unscheduled, emergency events such as water main breaks, flooding, and snow removal.

Applicants should have a valid Illinois Commercial Driver's License (class A or B), or competency to obtain it within six (6) months of hire. Experience or training in a job-related field is preferred, while a high school diploma or equivalent is required. Selected candidates must prove a safe driving record, and complete our drug screen, physical, and background check before employment.

A complete job description is available here.

This position's hourly wage to start is $25.26 to $28.32 depending on qualifications, with a benefits package that includes life insurance, pension, paid holidays, and paid leave time.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled and are available at Village Hall located at 7660 S. County Line Rd, Burr Ridge, or here.

The Village of Burr Ridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.26 - $28.32 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime

Travel requirement:

• No travel

Work Location: In person