City Job Openings
COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Nuisance Inspector
The City of Freeport is hiring for a full-time Nuisance Inspector. This position is responsible for performing skilled office and field work involving the identification, inspection, investigation and correction of violations of City codes and ordinances.
The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED; a valid driver’s license with excellent driving record; Knowledge of (or ability to quickly learn) State law and City ordinances, and adopted local codes and regulations pertaining to public nuisances; ability to effectively present information both in writing and in one-on-one situations to the public and other employees as well as testify and hearings and court proceedings; Adequate computer skills to efficiently perform various types of communications, as well as software data entry; and the ability to obtain Code Enforcement Officer Certification, within six months after date of acceptance of the position, is also required as a condition of continued employment.
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Enforces City Ordinances and other applicable codes related to public nuisances, garbage, junk and debris, grass and weeds, and other property maintenance issues on private property, and related abatement activities. Inspect year-round regardless of weather conditions.
- Observes and identifies violations of City ordinances and codes, and initiates issuance of warnings, violations or other appropriate actions.
- Exhibits excellent customer service in responding to citizen complaints regarding code and ordinance violations, as well as during all interactions with property owners, tenants, and other parties that may be in violation of applicable codes or ordinances.
- Responds to inquiries (via email, phone, in-person and the code enforcement software) concerning related applicable codes and ordinances.
- Conducts field investigations to identify nuisances, potentially hazardous conditions and ordinance and code violations.
- Prepares and maintains a variety of records, reports, logs, memoranda, and files related to field and office investigations and activities.
- Compiles case files for public hearings and court proceedings, and testifies at hearings in the Circuit Court on behalf of the City of Freeport.
Starting salary is $21.00 per hour with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental and vision insurance, plus an IMRF pension. Please email an application and/or resume to the Human Resource Manager at kkirkpatrick@cityoffreeport.org. Application and/or resumes will be accepted until position is filled. Applications can be obtained at City Hall located at 314 W. Stephenson Street or on the City’s website at www.cityoffreeport.org.
The City of Freeport is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon any status protected under local, state or federal laws. We welcome a diverse workforce.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Water & Sewer Construction System Worker 1
The City of Freeport, IL is looking for a full-time Water & Sewer Construction System Worker I in our Public Works Department. This position will participate in the construction, inspection, maintenance and repair of the water & sewer system and associated facilities.
Minimum qualifications for this position a High school diploma or GED; knowledge of construction, maintenance and repair on water or sewer systems, plumbing or a related field; ability to operate and maintain a variety of special equipment; basic knowledge of IDOL, IDOT, and OSHA safety rules and of laws or ordinances relating to this position; and construction related computer skills including database searches, Word, Excel, etc.
Qualified applicants must have or be able to obtain a CDL with air brake endorsement within 90 days of hire and be available for emergency call-in for operational or system problems and after hours service requests. Must be willing and able to work outside during extreme weather conditions. Preference will be given to applicants with experience working on water or sewer systems, plumbing or a related field. Applicants must be willing to live within 20 miles of City Yards within 4 months of hire.
Starting wage is $21.00 per hour. The City of Freeport offers a benefit package that includes an IMRF pension, health insurance and more.
For consideration, please submit an applications and/or resume to the City of Freeport HR Manager at kkirkpatrick@cityoffreeport.org, or drop off at 314 W. Stephenson St. Freeport, IL. Applications accepted until position is filled.
Street Maintenance Trainee
The City of Freeport is hiring for a full-time Street Maintenance Trainee who under the direction of the Street Foreman and/or Forestry Foreman will perform a variety of operations related to street division duties. This position will do related work required including operation of all equipment.
The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED (or be able to obtain one within 90 days of hire), a valid Class B CDL with Air Brake Endorsement (or ability to obtain a permit within 90 days of hire), construction experience related to Civil Engineering projects, strong knowledge of safety practices for construction work, and skilled in the operation and maintenance of assigned equipment.
Responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Participates in construction & maintenance projects for city properties
- Snow plowing, hauling and leaf collection & disposal.
- Follows safety regulations and safety policies. Complies with work rules in the performance of duties. Inspects and tests equipment to verify conformance with safety guidelines.
- Operates end loaders, backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, rollers, mowers, as well as limb chipper, power saws, and various tree trimming equipment.
- Responds to citizen complaints and after hour service requests, as well as being subject to emergency call-in for operational or weather emergencies.
Starting salary is $20.31 per hour with an excellent benefit package that includes IMRF pension, health insurance and more. Candidates should email their application or resume, kkirkpatrick@cityoffreeport.org.
The City of Freeport is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon any status protected under local, state or federal laws. We welcome a diverse workforce.
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Disclaimer: The City of Freeport is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon any status protected under local, state or federal laws. We welcome a diverse workforce.
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