PW Seasonal - Summer Laborer
About The Position
The Village of Palatine Department of Public Works is seeking a Summer Laborer. Essential job functions include, but are not limited to: Assists with Forestry Division activities including planting, weeding, mulching, and general care of landscape beds, medians, pots and planters throughout the Village; maintaining the urban forest; brush collection; preparing civic displays; and landscape improvements. Assists with Streets Division activities including maintaining and repairing streets, sidewalks and parking lots; maintaining Village signage; and installing temporary signage for special events. Assists with Utilities Division activities including hydrant flushing, sewer flushing, valve exercising, and creek maintenance. Operates a variety of light-duty trucks and equipment in the repair, maintenance and construction of public works water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems, streets, and urban forest. Inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment; reports malfunctions to supervisor. Assists with the preparations and tear down/cleanup for events, festivals, and special functions.
Requirements
- Ability to operate vehicles, equipment and machinery such as light-duty trucks, hand and power tools, mowers, string trimmers, brush chippers, hedge trimmers, and chain saws.
- Ability to tolerate both inside and outside environmental conditions. Position is performed under fluctuating and extreme temperatures, with some exposure to noise.
- Must be eligible for employment in the U.S. and pass a pre-employment background check and medical and drug screening (including cannabis).
- Must be 18 or older and enrolled as a full-time student in college for fall 2026.
- Possession of a valid Illinois driver's license is required.
Responsibilities
- Assists with Forestry Division activities including planting, weeding, mulching, and general care of landscape beds, medians, pots and planters throughout the Village; maintaining the urban forest; brush collection; preparing civic displays; and landscape improvements.
- Assists with Streets Division activities including maintaining and repairing streets, sidewalks and parking lots; maintaining Village signage; and installing temporary signage for special events.
- Assists with Utilities Division activities including hydrant flushing, sewer flushing, valve exercising, and creek maintenance.
- Operates a variety of light-duty trucks and equipment in the repair, maintenance and construction of public works water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems, streets, and urban forest.
- Inspects and maintains vehicles and equipment; reports malfunctions to supervisor.
- Assists with the preparations and tear down/cleanup for events, festivals, and special functions.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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