City of Evanston
Position Information
Public Works/ Public Works Maintenance Worker I (Greenways)
Location: Service Center
Date Posted: 12/29/2025
Closing Date: 01/12/2026
Responsibilities
Clear repair site of loose materials with a shovel, sledge hammer, or air hammer; operate a concrete saw to cut out damaged concrete; build forms for bench pads, curb stops, and parking lot repair projects; compact soil using a tamper; pour and finish concrete; shovel, spread, rake, and level asphalt and gravel; mow and plant grass; rake leaves; lay sod; clean parks after storms and special events; paint park equipment; mend and repair park fences.
Pick up litter, deliver supplies, paint park benches and garbage cans, remove graffiti, plant, transplant, fertilize, mulch, water, and prune city park grounds, shrubs, bushes and trees; prune shrubs using hand or electric pruners; remove weeds from around flowers and shrubs by hand or using weed cutters; prepare soil with power or hand tools such as aerator, roller, rototiller, shovel, garden hoe or rake; sow grass seed by hand or with mechanized equipment; unload and lay out sod; deliver soil, compost, wood chips and other materials to work site; rake and mulch leaves.
Operate a variety of standard power and hand tools and specialized equipment such as forestry vehicles, brush chippers, chain saws, air hammers, weed eaters, hand mowers, leaf blowers, power saws, trimming tools, planting tools, flood lights, snow plow and other required equipment while performing essential functions.
Drive a dump truck to transport materials, operate controls in truck cab to dump and spread materials on surfaces.
Drive dump trucks to plow snow and spread salt.
Maintain city beaches by operating a motorized beach cleaner and removing materials by hand on a daily basis during normal months of operation.
Maintain sports fields by grading, lining, edging, and raking on a regular basis.
Prepare outdoor natural ice rinks for use by flooding designated areas on a regular basis during the skating season both at night and during the day.
Support special events.
Check the condition of equipment daily and perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
Perform routine preventative maintenance on trucks, utilizing tools and other equipment.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
Use two-way radios, mobile telephones, personal computers, cameras, tablets and any other electronic devices frequently used to communicate and store data.
Perform a variety of other maintenance tasks assigned to the bureau and agency.
Will be assigned to weekend shift work from April to November.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required.
Two (2) or more years of experience performing maintenance, construction or repair work that includes operating related vehicles and equipment, including dump trucks.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement and a safe driving record.
Must obtain and maintain a State of Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Must complete NIMS Incident Command training (ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800) within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, including through email.
Proficiency in timekeeping and payroll platforms such as Executime and E-Suite.
Considerable knowledge of safe operating procedures for hand and power tools used in asphalt and concrete maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of materials, methods, tools and equipment used in the care of flowers, shrubs, trees, lawns and athletic fields.
Understanding of hazards and safety precautions associated with tools, vehicles and chemicals.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions and apply them to work assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to interpret and apply safety instructions for chemical use (fertilizers, pesticides, etc.).
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public.
Skilled in the operation and routine maintenance of vehicles and large motorized equipment requiring a CDL.
Commitment to flexible scheduling, including availability for weekends, evenings, holidays and overtime for emergencies, special events, projects and snow/ice control operations.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects; ability to move heavy objects (100 pounds or more) short distances.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions such as extreme cold, high winds, rain, snow, sleet, high temperatures, humidity and other uncomfortable conditions.
Ability to use all equipment and power tools required to perform assigned tasks efficiently.
Ability to focus on small and distant objects, recognize depth of objects, lift, bend, kneel, sit, or stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, and work outdoors at night with limited lighting.
Ability to walk or navigate over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
Ability to work around chemicals, asphalt products, concrete, vehicle or equipment fumes, gases, dust and dirt while following safety guidelines.
Ability to work on job sites with elevated noise levels and vibrations.
Physical Requirements
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects; move heavy objects (100 pounds or more) short distances.
Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
Use all equipment and power tools.
Focus on small/distant objects, lift, bend, kneel, sit, stand long periods, work in confined spaces, work outdoors at night with limited lighting.
Walk or navigate over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
Work around chemicals, asphalt, concrete, fumes, gases, dust and dirt while following safety guidelines.
Work on job sites with elevated noise levels and vibrations.
Salary and Schedule Salary: $38.799 - $41.885 per hour (starting salary dependent on qualifications, typically no higher than the midpoint of the range). Work schedule: Full‑time, 6:30 am – 2:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Weekend shift work from April to November may be required.
Essential Functions and Minimum Requirements of Work
Includes responsibilities listed above.
Education, experience, licenses, certifications, KPAs as listed.
Selection Method Structured oral interview category list: Two (2) years.
Application Process Apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date. Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications and education. Candidates will also be subject to pre‑employment processes including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification and criminal background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847‑448‑8204 (voice) or 847‑448‑8052 (TTY).
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Location: Service Center
Date Posted: 12/29/2025
Closing Date: 01/12/2026
Responsibilities
Clear repair site of loose materials with a shovel, sledge hammer, or air hammer; operate a concrete saw to cut out damaged concrete; build forms for bench pads, curb stops, and parking lot repair projects; compact soil using a tamper; pour and finish concrete; shovel, spread, rake, and level asphalt and gravel; mow and plant grass; rake leaves; lay sod; clean parks after storms and special events; paint park equipment; mend and repair park fences.
Pick up litter, deliver supplies, paint park benches and garbage cans, remove graffiti, plant, transplant, fertilize, mulch, water, and prune city park grounds, shrubs, bushes and trees; prune shrubs using hand or electric pruners; remove weeds from around flowers and shrubs by hand or using weed cutters; prepare soil with power or hand tools such as aerator, roller, rototiller, shovel, garden hoe or rake; sow grass seed by hand or with mechanized equipment; unload and lay out sod; deliver soil, compost, wood chips and other materials to work site; rake and mulch leaves.
Operate a variety of standard power and hand tools and specialized equipment such as forestry vehicles, brush chippers, chain saws, air hammers, weed eaters, hand mowers, leaf blowers, power saws, trimming tools, planting tools, flood lights, snow plow and other required equipment while performing essential functions.
Drive a dump truck to transport materials, operate controls in truck cab to dump and spread materials on surfaces.
Drive dump trucks to plow snow and spread salt.
Maintain city beaches by operating a motorized beach cleaner and removing materials by hand on a daily basis during normal months of operation.
Maintain sports fields by grading, lining, edging, and raking on a regular basis.
Prepare outdoor natural ice rinks for use by flooding designated areas on a regular basis during the skating season both at night and during the day.
Support special events.
Check the condition of equipment daily and perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
Perform routine preventative maintenance on trucks, utilizing tools and other equipment.
Demonstrate continuous effort to improve operations, streamline work processes and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality customer service.
Use two-way radios, mobile telephones, personal computers, cameras, tablets and any other electronic devices frequently used to communicate and store data.
Perform a variety of other maintenance tasks assigned to the bureau and agency.
Will be assigned to weekend shift work from April to November.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED required.
Two (2) or more years of experience performing maintenance, construction or repair work that includes operating related vehicles and equipment, including dump trucks.
Licenses and Certifications
Must possess and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement and a safe driving record.
Must obtain and maintain a State of Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Must complete NIMS Incident Command training (ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800) within eighteen (18) months of employment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, including through email.
Proficiency in timekeeping and payroll platforms such as Executime and E-Suite.
Considerable knowledge of safe operating procedures for hand and power tools used in asphalt and concrete maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of materials, methods, tools and equipment used in the care of flowers, shrubs, trees, lawns and athletic fields.
Understanding of hazards and safety precautions associated with tools, vehicles and chemicals.
Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions and apply them to work assignments with minimal supervision.
Ability to interpret and apply safety instructions for chemical use (fertilizers, pesticides, etc.).
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and the public.
Skilled in the operation and routine maintenance of vehicles and large motorized equipment requiring a CDL.
Commitment to flexible scheduling, including availability for weekends, evenings, holidays and overtime for emergencies, special events, projects and snow/ice control operations.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects; ability to move heavy objects (100 pounds or more) short distances.
Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions such as extreme cold, high winds, rain, snow, sleet, high temperatures, humidity and other uncomfortable conditions.
Ability to use all equipment and power tools required to perform assigned tasks efficiently.
Ability to focus on small and distant objects, recognize depth of objects, lift, bend, kneel, sit, or stand for long periods, work in confined spaces, and work outdoors at night with limited lighting.
Ability to walk or navigate over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
Ability to work around chemicals, asphalt products, concrete, vehicle or equipment fumes, gases, dust and dirt while following safety guidelines.
Ability to work on job sites with elevated noise levels and vibrations.
Physical Requirements
Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects; move heavy objects (100 pounds or more) short distances.
Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
Use all equipment and power tools.
Focus on small/distant objects, lift, bend, kneel, sit, stand long periods, work in confined spaces, work outdoors at night with limited lighting.
Walk or navigate over rough, uneven or rocky surfaces.
Work around chemicals, asphalt, concrete, fumes, gases, dust and dirt while following safety guidelines.
Work on job sites with elevated noise levels and vibrations.
Salary and Schedule Salary: $38.799 - $41.885 per hour (starting salary dependent on qualifications, typically no higher than the midpoint of the range). Work schedule: Full‑time, 6:30 am – 2:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Weekend shift work from April to November may be required.
Essential Functions and Minimum Requirements of Work
Includes responsibilities listed above.
Education, experience, licenses, certifications, KPAs as listed.
Selection Method Structured oral interview category list: Two (2) years.
Application Process Apply online at www.cityofevanston.org on or before the closing date. Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications and education. Candidates will also be subject to pre‑employment processes including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification and criminal background check.
Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact the Human Resources Office at 847‑448‑8204 (voice) or 847‑448‑8052 (TTY).
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