JOB
Provides public services to the residents of Hoffman Estates by performing unskilled and semi-skilled tasks in the routine service and maintenance of all mechanical equipment in the Village owned buildings. Performs custodial assignments, building maintenance and janitorial work orders. Participates in snow removal operations. Participates in other assigned activities. Responds to and interacts with residents, employees and/or others within and outside the organization in a courteous, professional and effective manner.
SCHEDULE
Typically, 6:30 am through 3:00 pm, Monday through Friday (8 hour shift - 40 hours per week), with a 30-minute unpaid lunch. Schedule subject to change and may include Saturdays and Sundays.
COMPENSATION
In accordance with Collective Bargaining Agreement.
2026 minimum annual salary: $64,789
Competitive benefit package which includes: health, dental, vision, and life insurance, medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts, a retirement pension plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
JOB NO.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
FREQUENCY
1
Opens the Village Hall, disarms security system, inspects equipment and confirms safe and proper building operation. Checks mechanical equipment; pumps, compressors, motors and chillers. Checks and adjusts temperature settings and static pressures. Checks cooling towers and chemical levels. Changes filters on air handlers. Greases pumps and motors, checks pneumatic controls and sensors, changes oil in stationary compressors. Changes out motors. Checks and replaces light bulbs. Receives and distributes dock deliveries. Checks all recycle bins and empty them as needed.
Daily 70%
2
Participates in an emergency call duty program for maintenance and repairs, inclusive of the mechanical equipment in the Village owned buildings.
Daily 50%
3
Participates in a program of preventative maintenance and repair of all hand and power tools and specialized equipment and vehicles used to perform assignments. Checks proper fluid levels, lubrication, lights, air pressures etc., to ensure safe operation.
Daily 80%
4
Operates large and small trucks for system operations and for snow plowing/ salting. Work may be performed outside of normally scheduled work hours.
5
Participates in the Department's ongoing training and cross training programs.
Daily 10%
6
Performs tasks and follows instructions in a manner that ensures personal safety and the safety of others.
Daily 100%
7
Operates and properly maintains all tools and equipment needed to perform the essential job functions and responsibilities listed above while adhering to all safety rules and practices.
Daily 100%
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OTHER RELATED DUTIES
1
Performs room setups for meetings.
2
Assists with mechanical system rebuild and exchange work when needed.
3
Performs janitorial activities as needed at Village buildings including sweeping, mopping, dusting, general cleaning, wall washing, window washing, trash pick up, snow shoveling/snow plowing, etc.
4
Performs physical building maintenance both interior and exterior; plants annual flowers; cleans, paints, washes Village building exteriors, performs roof maintenance and gutter and downspout cleaning.
5
Runs errands for: mail; hardware supplies; fueling Village cars; pick up of cakes, food and supplies for meetings or special events; etc.
6
Performs other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as assigned.
Supervisory responsibilities are required to be carried out in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. (List specific responsibilities below)
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The required competencies listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required for successful job performance.
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Ability to participate in a program of planned call duty to insure after hour and weekend handling of responsible tasks.
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Ability to carry out work assignments or instructions without close supervision.
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Ability to respond to emergency call-outs on a 24 hour, 7-day basis; fulfill assigned duty established on a rotating basis for emergency work which occurs after normal working hours including weekends.
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Ability to perform laborious/physical assignments ranging from simple to demanding and complex.
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Ability to deal with problems, which arise during the completion of assigned tasks as well as emergency situations.
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Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
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Ability to keep accurate records.
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Ability to respond to and interact with customers, employees and others within and outside the organization in a courteous and professional manner.
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Ability to establish successful working relationships with other employees, supervisors and other departments.
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Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.
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Ability to perform maintenance on Village assets in confined spaces or with a ladder or high lift.
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Ability to learn locations of Village subdivisions and streets.
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Proficiency in the use of motor vehicles; snow blowers; hand power tools such as saw, drill and drill hammer; manifold gauges; electrical meter; hand tools; cleaning tools such as vacuum cleaner, etc; phone, calculator.
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