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Public Works Worker

Village of St Libory
Saint Libory, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2026

Overview
Join our Public Works team and play a vital role in maintaining and improving our community’s infrastructure. This energetic position offers the opportunity to work with heavy equipment, support construction projects, and ensure the safe and efficient operation of public facilities. If you’re passionate about hands-on work, problem-solving, and making a tangible impact on your community, this is the perfect role for you! You’ll be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality public services through active participation in construction, maintenance, and utility projects.

Duties

  • Maintain and repair city streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, and public infrastructure.
  • Operate and maintain equipment such as backhoes, dump trucks, mowers and tractors.
  • Perform routine inspections of public facilities and coordinate necessary repairs.
  • Help manage water and wastewater systems, including line maintenance and system monitoring.
  • Assist in snow and ice removal, storm cleanup, and other emergency response operations.
  • Support the planning and execution of capital improvement projects and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Maintain accurate logs, reports, and records of maintenance work and equipment usage.
  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
  • Respond to citizen inquires and service requests in a professional and timely manner.
  • Collaborate with other outside contractors as needed.

Requirements

  • Proven experience operating machinery.
  • Experience with utility locating using specialized tools or technology.
  • Strong understanding of safety procedures related to heavy equipment operation and construction sites.
  • Ability to read blueprints or technical diagrams is a plus.
  • Physical stamina to perform manual labor outdoors in various weather conditions.
  • Valid driver’s license; commercial driver’s license (CDL) preferred but not required.
  • Prior experience working on construction sites or in public works projects is highly desirable. Join us in making a difference by ensuring our community’s infrastructure is safe, reliable, and built to last! This paid position offers valuable hands-on experience with essential public works operations while supporting the growth of our local environment.

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Work Location: In person

Salary : $22 - $27

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