Description

This position is responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled to skilled tasks in the maintenance, repair, and construction of water and sewer systems, and related public works and utility facilities.  This position is eligible for the International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 150 and receives a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, pension, and health, dental, and life insurance.

The following duties are normal for this position.

These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Maintains water and sewer system components and infrastructure; inspects, repairs, and maintains main lines, sanitary and storm sewers and lift stations; repairs manholes; maintains and flushes hydrants; operates SCADA systems to
  monitor conditions; maintains b-boxes; maintains and exercises valves
• Performs physical labor in excavating, trenching, shoring, repairing water main breaks, and more; restores landscaping after excavations and construction.
• Updates and maintains records of locations of valves, b-boxes, and water mains
• Conducts locates for water mains and sanitary and storm sewers called in by contractors
• Operates a variety of heavy trucks and equipment
• Prepares and maintains a variety of logs and reports
• Assists with snow plowing and ice control functions
• Maintains availability on call to respond to emergency situations

This position is open until filled. To apply, interested applicants must download and complete the Village employment application at www.villageofbloomingdale.org/178/Employment-Opportunities. Applications may be submitted with a resume and cover letter to humanresources@vil.bloomingdale.il.us or 201 S. Bloomingdale Rd, Bloomingdale, IL 60108. 

Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with vocational/technical training in the construction trades or a related field, with two to three years of public works/utility maintenance, construction and repair experience, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. This position requires certifications in First Aid and CPR and a valid Illinois Class A Commercial Driver’s License with tanker endorsement