Maintenance Worker I

Job ID #26-01

About the role

The Village of Fox Lake (population 10,978) is located 55 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and 20 miles west of Waukegan, Illinois. Fox Lake is located in Lake and McHenry counties. The Village is located on the South Shore of Pistakee Lake, Nippersink Lake, and Fox Lake, three connected water bodies that form part of the Chain O’Lakes system. The Village of Fox Lake has a total area of 9.942 square miles of which around 20% is water. The Village is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Maintenance Worker I in the Public Works Department. This position performs a wide range of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance activities involving the construction, repair, cleaning, and maintenance of Village streets, stormwater systems, facilities, landscaping, forestry, and traffic control devices. Maintenance Worker I employees also perform snow and ice control operations, respond to emergencies, and assist with Village events and Parks and Recreation activities. Work assignments are provided daily and may rotate based on operational needs. This position reports to and works under the general direction of the Streets Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, and construction work on streets, sidewalks, curbs, stormwater and sewer systems, and related infrastructure
• Operate a variety of vehicles, construction equipment, and hand and power tools as assigned
• Perform concrete, asphalt, electrical (as permitted), plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and general building maintenance work
• Conduct landscaping, forestry, and grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, planting, trimming, and debris collection
• Install, repair, and maintain street signs, traffic control devices, and public facilities
• Perform snow and ice control operations, including plowing, salting, and shoveling
• Assist with Village events, parades, and emergency response operations
• Comply with all Village safety policies and procedures
• Perform related work as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade-related coursework preferred
• Considerable experience in maintenance, construction, or repair work, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid driver’s license required
• Ability to obtain a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement within six (6) months of hire
• Ability to safely operate trucks, heavy equipment, and tools used in public works operations
• Ability to perform physically demanding work in all weather conditions
• Ability to follow