Employment Opportunity - Public Works Summer Assistant

JOB TITLE: Public Works Summer Assistant DEPARTMENT: Public Works
REPORTS TO: Village Administrator or designee(s)

Under the general supervision of Public Works, the summer assistant will provide general labor assistance to maintain a neat and orderly appearance in the Village of Peoria Heights. The Village of Peoria Heights is dedicated to providing quality, personalized service and a superior quality of life to its residents, and Public Works is integral to maintaining public spaces and public infrastructure. This position provides support to Public Works in their duties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Demonstrate ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

  • Perform all assigned duties while following safety and best practices.

  • Mowing and weeding and general landscaping.

  • Collect and assist in waste disposal and recycling.

  • Receive and follow directions in a constantly changing environment.

  • Willingness to work in adverse weather conditions.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

  • Asphalt paving under the direction of Street Supervisor or his designee(s).

  • Performs light maintenance and repair work to public spaces.

  • Demonstrate ability to maintain effective working relationships and professionalism with staff, elected officials and the general public.

  • Other related work as necessary or assigned.

  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • Proven problem-solving abilities.

  • Detail oriented.

  • Any combination of education, training, and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the essential functions of the job.

  • LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:

• Valid State Driver’s License.