VILLAGE OF SKOKIE
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Medical Insurance Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
Dental Insurance Group Life Insurance
IMRF Retirement Benefits Virtual Mental Health Support & EAP
Social Security Retirement Benefits 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan
Notice of Accepting Applications for the Position of:
MAINTENANCE WORKER I
Public Works Department – Water & Sewer Division
Salary The starting hourly pay range for this position is $31.93 - $33.55 (DOQ).
Information: Rate increases may be awarded based on performance and after the
successful completion of a 24-month probation period.
Brief Responsible for the repair and maintenance of the Village’s water lines,
Description water mains, inlet tiles, sewer tiles, restrictors & regulators, manholes, and
of Duties: fire hydrants; Cleans and maintains holding tanks; Operates departmental
equipment including dump truck, Vac-All, jet truck, backhoe, loader, and
television truck; Interprets water & sewer infrastructure maps to identify
isolation points for water mains and flow directions for sewer mains; May
also assist in Village-wide snow removal efforts; Restores street & parkway
excavations; Required to work in confined spaces; Cleans, washes and
assists with routine maintenance of vehicles; Must be available for
occasional overtime and to respond to off-hour emergencies; Performs other
work-related duties, as assigned.
Required High School diploma or equivalent required; Must possess a valid Driver’s
Education, License, with the ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Driver’s License
Training, and (CDL) within 90 days of employment; Demonstrated knowledge of proper
Experience: trenching & excavation techniques; Must be in good physical condition and
be able to work in all outdoor weather conditions; Must have excellent
interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with
supervisors, co-workers, and the public; Practical experience with tools used
for maintenance and general construction helpful; Must be able to follow all
safety rules of the Village; Individuals in this position are subject to random
alcohol and drug testing; Physical examination and drug testing required
prior to employment.
To be considered for this position, please submit a properly completed
Application Application for Employment to: Village of Skokie, Human Resources
Process: Office, 5127 Oakton Street, Skokie, IL 60077, or email to
Human.Resources@skokie.org by February 6, 2026. Applications are
available at Skokie Village Hall or on the Skokie Jobs page at skokie.org.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, February 6, 2026
THE VILLAGE OF SKOKIE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER