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CITY OF FREEPORT
Street Department – Street Maintenance Trainee
The City of Freeport is hiring for a full-time Street Maintenance Trainee who under the supervision of the Street Foreman with daily direction from the Street Foreman and/or Forestry Foreman will perform a variety of operations related to street division duties. This position will perform required work including operation of all equipment.
The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, 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 include but are not limited to:
- 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 for this position is $20.31/hour with an excellent benefit package that includes health, dental, vision, & life insurance, paid time off, plus an IMRF pension. Candidates should email their application and/or resume to 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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