Job Opportunities

The Village is accepting applications for the following positions:

Laboratory Technician 1 – Public Works Department

Summary of Position and Duties:

The Human Resources Division of the Village of Addison is accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy in the at-will, F.L.S.A non-exempt, full-time position of Laboratory Technician 1 in the Public Works Department, Division of Water Pollution Control. Under general direction, performs work to provide the sampling and analysisnecessary for determining the efficiency of the various processes of the wastewater treatment facilities, industrial discharges, and storm-water discharges. Occasionally on call 24 hours a day, weekends, holidays, and overtime in the necessary capacity to respond to sampling/analysis requirements and/or problems which may occur at departmental facilities. The Laboratory Technician 1 works 40 hours a week, 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday – Friday. Work is of moderate difficulty and is reviewed for progress and conformance to established standards by the Laboratory & Technical Services Supervisor and/or his/her designee.

The primary responsibility of the Laboratory Technician 1 will involve, but not be limited to:

Performs in all phases of job duties, i.e., conducting tests on various samples such as settleable solids, dissolved solids, D.O, T.S.S, B.O.D, C.O.D p.H, N.H3-N, volatile solids, CL2 residual and a variety of standard biochemical tests on required installations and adjacent streams to ensure conformance with U.S.E.P.A and I.E.P.A Rules and Regulations; performs normal inspections and calibrations of laboratory and field equipment;

Performs duties in strict accordance with the Department/division SOP/safety manual and expected to report any hazards and observed infractions immediately to the supervisor; may serve on departmental safety committee;

Must wear all required safety equipment (i.e., gloves, ear plugs, etc.) for the duty at hand according to department, equipment and regulatory specifications; report near miss accidents; comply with proper P.P.E. usage and follow required J.S.A’s; attend all required Village and department training; perform vehicle and work area evaluations (C.D.L Inspections) according to department specifications and as required on a daily basis; initiate training topics or issues as needed;

Responsible for the precise, orderly data entry and filing of records, reports and analysis using forms, computer programs, spreadsheets and written reports and analysis forms;

Maintains laboratory and testing materials and equipment, composite samplers, washes glassware, filters, etc.; keeps laboratory and allied equipment in clean orderly condition;

Conducts fats, oils, and grease analysis through the soxhlet process as described in “Standard Methods”;

Installs sampling devices, collects samples from manholes along the sewer system on a scheduled basis insuring proper sampling and chain of custody procedures, and then logs the samples into the lab for analysis; performs discharge flow measurement as required to assure compliance;

Inspects facilities in the industrial sector to obtain baseline environmental information and performs inspections in an effort to determine if illegal substances are being discharged into the sewer system;

Represents the Village views reference the Industrial Pretreatment Program; interacts with representatives from the industrial sector;

Writes required reports that accurately documents sample collection, unusual flow, unusual conditions, or unusual waste discharge; maintains required records.

The Village reserves the right to temporarily re-assign employees in this position to other divisions. Employees temporarily re-assigned to another division will conduct their work under the job description for the position they are assigned to.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be an eligible candidate for this position:

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Additional two (2) years of coursework with an emphasis in chemistry, microbiology, and/or physics at an accredited college or university, preferred.
Minimum two (2) years of experience in an environmental laboratory preferred.
Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel).

Possess a valid Illinois License CDL Class ‘D’ and/or Class ‘B’ or of the classification appropriate to the equipment to be operated free from incidence that may result in license revocation or suspension.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, along with any expected/unexpected overtime that may be mandatory.
Ability to pass a personal interview, physical and drug screen when applicable.
Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel) as well as capable of extensive data entry on desktop and mobile devices.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Skills and Abilities Required:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to touch small objects; feel a surface for texture; reach with hands and arms; balance; climb up or down a ladder, hill, stairs, or into a truck; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl at ground level, talk or hear on the phone or in person. Must be capable of turning, twisting, bending, and squatting for frequent but short, periods of time in order to reach for and then use equipment. Must possess, at a minimum, the physical strength, endurance, and agility to lift and transport, from a squatting position and from a manhole, a 24-hour composite sampler with a full two (2) gallon container enclosed approximately five (5) times per day. In addition, the employee is expected to climb ladders and stairs and move supplies and equipment (a full 24-hour composite sampler weights approximately 50 pounds).

Employee must be able to properly wear full and half mask respirators when the work task requires it.

Salary:

The annual wage rate for this position is $72,688 - $100,617. The Laboratory Technician 1 will receive a very competitive benefit package and work 40 hours per week, plus any required overtime.

Required test and screenings:

The candidate selection process consists of: a review of the candidate’s past work experience/skills and a personal interview. Successful candidates must successfully pass all required screenings and tests administered, when applicable, in order to be a candidate for this position. However, passing all required screenings/tests and completing a personal interview does not guarantee hire by the Village, as the ultimate decision to hire anyone is at the sole discretion of the Village of Addison.

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION:

Applications can be obtained at the Village Hall either in the Administration Department, Room 2100, or downloaded from the Village’s website below. Applicants will be notified by letter of the test date for this position, where applicable. All completed applications must be directed to the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, either via regular mail at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison, Illinois 60101, emailed to voajobs@addison-il.org, or submitted personally to the Administration Department, Room 2100 of the Village Hall by no later than 5pm, October 13, 2023. Also, applications submitted after the deadline will NOT be accepted. Only one (1) application per person, per testing cycle is accepted.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Please refer to the Division of Human Resources Section to review a copy of the Village’s policy on Equal Employment Opportunity.

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Public Maintenance Worker 2 - Forestry – Public Works Department

Summary of Position and Duties:

The Human Resources Division of the Village of Addison is accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy in the at-will, F.L.S.A non-exempt, full-time position of Public Maintenance Worker 2 in the Public Works Department, Division of Electrical and Forestry. Under direct supervision, this person performs a wide variety of manual tasks involving electrical and forestry projects in the Village, as well as related tools and equipment. The Public Maintenance Worker 2 works 40 hours a week, 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday – Friday. Will be required to work weekends, holidays and overtime to complete job requirements, as well as be on 24-hour call when necessary. The Public Maintenance Worker 2 designation is not entry level. Therefore, to be considered for this positon, all applicants must possess a minimum of three (3) full years of work experience with five (5) years preferred in the tree-care industry. Candidates must have the required knowledge, training, and expertise to perform proper tree care safely. While incorporating experience, Best Management Practices, recognized industry standards, Integrated Plant Health Care, and International Society of Arboriculture standards.

The primary responsibility of the Public Maintenance Worker 2 will involve, but not be limited to:

Acts in support of Electrical and Forestry staff on duties, such as but not limited to: street-light maintenance, troubleshooting, service, repair, and installation from the ground and aerial truck, underground cable troubleshooting, locating, repair, excavation, installation, and control panel troubleshooting, service, repair, maintenance, installation, responding to varied electrical emergencies indoors and outdoors in all weather.

Documents extensively via mobile and desktop applications to include time management, work order documentation, inventory, written communication, report writing, and requisitions.

Performs physical tasks as required in the pruning and removal of trees, loading logs and tree materials into trucks, loaders and brush-chippers for the disposal of branches and tree parts, as well as mechanical cutting, shovel excavation tor planting activities and underground utility repairs.

Operates various equipment such as chain-saws, cut-off saw, brush-chipper, stump-grinder, front- end loader, backhoe, aerial lift vehicles and dump trucks for the removal and installation of trees, excavation of utilities, installation of streetlight poles and foundations, parkway grading and restoration.

Operates spraying equipment for the application of chemical substances used in the care and maintenance of plants and trees to stimulate growth or control weeds, diseases and pest.

Assists in the street snow and ice removal program as well as assists in the repair of streets, water- main breaks and sanitary sewer back-up calls as needed.

Performs maintenance on tools and equipment such as chainsaws, blowers, hand- tools, streetlight luminaires, electrical cables, pond aerators, and others as required by the Division.

It is an essential function of this position that employees: be able to respond to emergency calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and be able to safely and effectively perform the duties of this position, as directed, at any time during any 24-hour period (i.e., day or night); be available and present for work as scheduled; and perform all functions of the job safely and efficiently at all times in compliance with all safety regulations and policies for the safety and welfare of the employee, co-workers, and the public. Must be able to attend and participate in job-related meetings, seminars, and continuous education courses, as needed.

Ability to safely and properly operate vehicles, hand-tools, power tools, and equipment involved in Division operations and perform said duties in strict accordance with the Department/division SOP/safety manual; may serve on departmental safety committee.

Ability to recognize electrical hazards.

Assists other workers with department operations ensuring assigned tasks are completed accurately, timely, safely, and according to instructed operating procedures. Also assists other workers in specified area(s) of expertise in the operation, instruction and implementation of safe working practices in the operation of all necessary equipment and tools; and, assists with the general preventative maintenance work and repairs on equipment. Maintains buildings, grounds, and related equipment.

Must wear all required safety equipment (i.e., gloves, ear plugs, etc.) for the duty at hand according to department, equipment and regulatory specifications; report near miss accidents; comply with proper P.P.E. usage and follow required JSA’s; attend all required Village and department training; perform vehicle and work area evaluations (CDL Inspections) according to department specifications and as required on a daily basis; initiate training topics or issues as needed.

Loads and unloads stock and materials delivered and maintains an accurate inventory of materials and equipment.

Acts as an intermediary with Village residents concerning service complaints, writes follow-up reports and maintains necessary records, if needed, prepares required reports and records. Provides said service to customers in a timely, professional and courteous manner.

May supervise, as a participating lead worker in the absence of the Supervisor or a Public Maintenance Worker III, a work crew engaged in performing the duties of the Division.

Employee must enter all jobs performed and the time to perform said jobs, on a daily basis, into the Public Works asset management software program, using a tablet or computer. This includes, but is not limited to: creating work orders from assets, adding a sub-task to a work order, adding photos to a work order, adding assets to existing work orders, including a valid address in a location, adding valid and complete crew comments to work orders, changing status of a work order, adding employees, materials, and equipment to a sub-task, populating dates and times in a sub-task, checking for work orders assigned to the employee, reporting problems with selecting any assets, and adding additional time to the employee's time-sheet as needed.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be an eligible candidate for this position:

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

Possess a minimum of three (3) full years working full-time in the tree-care industry.

Must be proficient in tree-removals, tree-pruning, structure-pruning and tree-planting, including the use of all related industry equipment and tools including, but not limited to: chainsaws, chippers, aerial trucks and stumpers.

Must be an I.S.A Certified Arborist or be able to obtain an I.S.A arborist certification within one (1) year of hire. Must maintain valid I.S.A Certified Arborist credentials throughout employment as a condition of further employment. However, successfully maintaining such credential does not guarantee continued employment.

Must be able to obtain an Illinois Pesticide Operator or Applicator License within six (6) months of hire as a condition of continued employment. However, successfully maintaining such credential does not guarantee continued employment.

Requires possession of a valid Illinois CDL Class “A” vehicle operator’s license with air brake, combination and tanker endorsements, or the ability to obtain one within twelve (12) months. This license must be kept free from incidence that may result in license revocation or suspension.

Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel), as well as, be capable of successfully performing extensive data-entry on desktop and mobile devices.

Must have a working knowledge of the hazards of the trade and corrective safety measures and precautions.

Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, along with any expected/unexpected overtime that may be mandatory.

Ability to pass a personal interview, physical and drug screen when applicable.

Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel), as well as, be capable of successfully performing extensive data-entry on desktop and mobile devices

Experience in successfully dealing with the public on a very frequent basis, including the ability to handle irate, difficult and demanding customers with professionalism and courtesy.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Skills and Abilities Required:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger or handle shovels, rakes, and hand held tools; feel a surface for texture; reach with hands and arms; balance; climb up or down a ladder, hill, stairs, or into a truck; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl at ground level, talk or hear on the phone or in person. Must be capable of turning, twisting, bending, and squatting for frequent but short, periods of time in order to reach for and then use equipment. The employee must frequently lift, push, pull and/or move equipment up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move weight of up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Employee must be able to properly wear full and half mask respirators when the work task requires it.

Work Environment Factors:

Ability to work under conditions that require exposure to environmental factors such as temperature and noise extremes, odors, toxic and/or caustic chemicals and agents, wetness, moving parts, fumes, risk of electrical shock, frequent vibration and disease. This exposure may cause some discomfort and presents a risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Requires the ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes and sounds associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.

Salary:

The salary, annual range for this position is $67,932 – $94,034. The Public Maintenance Worker 2 will receive a very competitive benefit package and work 40 hours per week, plus any required overtime.

Required test and screenings:

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Applications can be obtained at the Village Hall either in the Administration Department, Room 2100, or downloaded from the Village’s website at www.addisonadvantage.org. Applicants will be notified by letter of the test date for this position, where applicable. All completed applications must be directed to the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, either via regular mail at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison, Illinois 60101, emailed to voajobs@addison-il.org or submitted personally to the Administration Department, Room 2100 of the Village Hall by no later than 5pm, September 22, 2023. Also, applications submitted after the deadline will NOT be accepted. Only one (1) application per person, per testing cycle is accepted.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Please refer to the Division of Human Resources Section to review a copy of the Village’s policy on Equal Employment Opportunity.

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Civil Engineer I – Community Development Department

The Human Resources Division of the Village of Addison is accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy in the at-will, FLSA exempt, full-time position of Civil Engineer 1 in the Village of Addison Community Development Department. Under the supervision of the Village Engineer, the person in this entry-level engineering position performs civil engineering duties in conjunction with the planning, designing, reviewing, and inspecting of civil engineering projects. The person in this position also assists the Village Engineer, Assistant Village Engineer and Civil Engineer II in the construction management of small-scale projects or specific areas of larger projects. Work is of complex difficulty and is reviewed for progress and conformance to established codes and procedures by the Village Engineer and/or his designee. The Civil Engineer 1 works 37.5 hours a week between the hours of 8 am – 5 pm, Monday – Friday. May be required to work beyond the normally-scheduled work-day/work-week in order to accomplish job requirements.

The primary responsibility of the Civil Engineer 1 will involve, but is not be limited to:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assist the Village Engineer and other engineers in preparing plans and cost estimates for roadway, storm-sewer, sanitary-sewer, water-main, and other projects as necessary; provide troubleshooting expertise, construction management, inspection and field measurement/quantity take-off of on-going projects including the documentation and preparation of reports.

Assist in the design of roadways for alignments, profiles, drainage structures, street-lights, curb and gutters, detention basins, storm-water management and water quality features, sediment and erosion controls and parkway restoration work.

Perform duties in strict accordance with the Department/division SOP/safety manual and is expected to report any hazards and observed infractions immediately to the supervisor; may serve on departmental safety committee; makes certain that staff in the division are also performing duties in accordance with all Department/division SOP/safety manual regulations and policies.

Perform drainage and traffic investigations and studies in order to determine corrective courses of action necessary to solve drainage and traffic problems.

Participate in workshops, workgroups and committees concerning storm-water management, water quality issues and hazard mitigation.

Research and review plats, legal descriptions, easements, subdivisions, permits, storm-water management and wetland reports, traffic studies, and engineering plans, etc.

Review and issue moderately complex permits for residential, industrial, and commercial site improvement.

Set up level, transit, and GPS surveying instruments; act as rod-person and/or chain-person; stake out construction locations and grades for drainage, utility, and roadway projects and related engineering or building permits.

Design and draft moderately complex engineering projects using AutoCAD, Civil3D and other civil engineering and drainage related software.

Review and update sanitary and storm sewer, water-main, street-light, traffic-signal and equipment atlases to conform to “As-Built” conditions.

Receive and investigate the general public's complaints regarding engineering division services. Institutes corrective measures including legal action as feasible and communicates with the general public regarding complaint disposition. Provides said service to customers in a timely, professional and courteous manner.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be an eligible candidate for this position:

Possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university;

Passed the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and be registered as an Engineering Intern (E.I.);

Have a minimum of 2 years of on-the-job experience in the practice of civil engineering;

Ability to pass a personal interview, physical and drug screen when applicable;

Possess working knowledge of office equipment and computer operating systems (i.e., Apple iOS, Microsoft Windows OS, Microsoft Office, G-Suite, AutoCAD, ArcView, and Bluebeam Revu);

Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at college degree levels;

Possession of a valid Illinois Driver’s License Class ‘D’ free from incidence that may result in license revocation or suspension.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Skills and Abilities Required:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger or handle keyboards and paper, rolled or unrolled, and blue-prints; climb up or down a ladder, hill, stairs and uneven terrain; occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch at ground level, talk or hear on the phone or in person. The employee must be able to lift, push, pull and/or move equipment up to thirty (30) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must be available and present for work as scheduled; be available for call-out 24 hours a day, 7 days a week; and perform all functions of the job safely and efficiently at all times in compliance with all safety regulations and policies for the safety and welfare of the employee, co-workers, and the public. Must be able to attend and participate in job-related meetings, seminars, and continuous education courses. Must be able to pass psychological, physical and/or other examinations as required.

Work Environment Factors:

Ability to work under conditions that occasionally require exposure to environmental factors such as temperature and noise extremes, odors, toxic agents, wetness, moving parts, and fumes. This exposure may cause some discomfort and presents a risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Requires the ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes and sounds associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $82,266 – $113,876. The Civil Engineer 1 will receive a very competitive benefit package and work 37.5 hours per week, plus any required overtime.

Required test and screenings:

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Applications can be obtained at the Village Hall either in the Administration Department, Room 2100, or downloaded below. Applicants will be notified by letter of the test date for this position, where applicable. All completed applications must be directed to the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, either via regular mail at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison, Illinois 60101, emailed to voajobs@addison-il.org, or submitted personally to the Administration Department, Room 2100 of the Village Hall by no later than 5 p.m., September 18, 2023. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only one application per person, per testing cycle is accepted.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Please refer to the Division of Human Resources Section to review a copy of the Village’s policy on Equal Employment Opportunity.

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Systems Administrator – Administration Department

Summary of Position and Duties:

The Human Resources Division of the Village of Addison is accepting applications to fill one vacancy in the at-will, F.L.S.A non-exempt, full-time position of Systems Administrator in the Information Technology Division of the Administration Department. The Systems Administrator’s primary duties involve performing work that requires practical application of highly-specialized knowledge in computer systems analysis, which includes work requiring the consistent exercise of discretion and judgment. The Systems Administrator also assists existing staff in the Information Technology Division, dealing with the day-to-day trouble-shooting required to address both routine and complex problems with desktops, laptops and mobile communication devices. This individual interacts regularly with employees who utilize the Information Technology Division’s technology, so the Systems Administrator is expected to have an out-going personality and be comfortable interacting with a variety of people; this also includes being a motivated self-starter who can work with minimal supervision. The individual in this position may be expected to work evenings and weekend hours in order to accomplish the necessary tasks. Systems Administrator is supervised and evaluated by the Information Technology Manager or his designee.

The Systems Administrator works Monday through Friday, 37.5-hour work-weeks, plus any required overtime and other work outside the normal work-week as directed. Work is of complex difficulty and is reviewed for conformance to established procedures and goals by the Information Technology Manager and/or his or her designee.

The primary responsibility of the Systems Administrator will involve, but not be limited to:

The application of systems analysis techniques and procedures, including consulting with users, to determine hardware, software or system functional specifications.

The design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing and/or modification of computer systems or programs, including prototypes, based on and related to user or system design specifications.

The design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing and/or modification of Village of Addison Administration or Public Works systems, based on and related to user or system design specifications.

The design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing and/or modification of Microsoft Active Directory and Printer management and deployment, based on and related to user or system design specifications. The design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing and/or modification of Security and Backup Appliances, based on and related to user or system design specifications.

The design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing and/or modification of Environmental Services and SCADA systems, based on and related to user or system design specifications.

The design, development, documentation, analysis, creation, testing and/or modification of Helpdesk, asset management, and Inventory systems, based on and related to user or system design specifications

The design, documentation, testing, creation or modification of computer programs related to machine operating systems.

Expected to be able to handle helpdesk level I and II troubleshooting. This includes, but not limited to: basic PC issues with both software and hardware, network connectivity, email and phone issues, and basic Server-related administration functions.

Assist in the maintenance, updating and the trouble-shooting of desktops, laptops, and mobile communication devices, including connectivity and Internet issues related to the aforementioned. Also receives and investigates the complaints from other department end-users regarding division services. Institutes corrective measures as feasible and communicates with the complaining party regarding complaint disposition. Provides said service to customers in a timely, professional and courteous manner.

Assist the other Information Technology staff with any items that they have that might require assistance.

Work with the Information Technology staff in updating existing documentation, inventory, software documentation, computer use policy, and other general Information Technology-related duties.

Assist in the selection of Technology solutions for Village issues. Develop budgets and plan methods for system integration. Assist in the installation and deployment of budgeted programs and projects.

Performs duties in strict accordance with all safety rules and expected to report any hazards and observed infractions immediately to the supervisor; may serve on departmental safety committee; makes certain that staff in the division are also performing duties in accordance with all safety rules, regulations, and policies.

Receives and investigates the complaints from other department end-users regarding division systems. Institutes corrective measures as feasible and communicates with the complaining party regarding complaint disposition. Provides said service to customers in a timely, professional and courteous manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be an eligible candidate for this position:

Must be enrolled in or completed a post-high school level educational program specifically in information systems.

Required to possess working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Adobe and other typical applications.

Possess Microsoft MCSE, A+ Certification and/or at least one (1) year of previous job experience as a computer technician required.

Possess a strong background in trouble-shooting desktop, laptop and mobile communication devices, as well as, possess a familiarity with network operating systems, their associated hardware and concepts.

Possess a valid class ‘D’ Illinois Driver’s license free from incidence, which may result in license suspension or revocation.

Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as directed.

Ability to pass a personal interview, physical and drug screen when applicable.

Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel).

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Skills and Abilities Required:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel the computer keyboard, mouse and other related computer equipment of various sizes from very

small to large. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit for extended periods of time, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear on the phone or in person. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch to reach lower level file drawers, get under desks and in tight spots in order to install computer hardware. The employee must occasionally lift, carry, push, pull and/or move computer equipment up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.

Employee is expected to work in the necessary capacity to complete tasks, which may involve working after-hours and on the weekends to minimize work disruptions due to network shut-downs.

The employee must be available and present for work as scheduled. The employee must perform all functions of the job safely and efficiently at all times in compliance with all safety regulations and policies for the safety and welfare of the employee, co-workers, and the public.

Work Environment Factors:

Ability to work under generally safe and comfortable conditions where exposure to environmental factors may cause discomfort and poses a limited risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to occasionally moderate.

Ability to recognize and prepare to work safely within the constraints of potential hazards.

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $80,118 - $110,902. The Systems Administrator will receive a very competitive benefit package and work 37.5 hours per week, plus any after-hours work that may be required, as directed by their supervisor.

Required test and screenings:

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Applications can be obtained at the Village Hall either in the Administration Department, Room 2100, or downloaded below. Applicants will be notified by letter of the test date for this position, where applicable. All completed applications must be directed to the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, either via regular mail at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison, Illinois 60101, emailed to voajobs@addison-il.org, or submitted personally to the Administration Department, Room 2100 of the Village Hall. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only one application per person, per testing cycle is accepted.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Please refer to the Division of Human Resources Section to review a copy of the Village’s policy on Equal Employment Opportunity.

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Community Development Inspector I – Community Development Department

Summary of Position and Duties:

The Human Resources Division of the Village of Addison is accepting applications to fill one (1) vacancy in the at-will, F.L.S.A non-exempt, full-time position of Community Development Inspector 1 in the Community Development Department. The Community Development Inspector 1 position is an entry level classification working under general supervision, performing inspections of business, commercial, industrial, housing and building properties to ensure compliance with all Village building, zoning, construction, and life safety codes.

The Inspector may be on call 24-hours a day for emergency inspections, and required to work overtime in the necessary capacity to perform job duties. The Community Development Inspector 1 works 37.5 hours per week, 8 – 4pm daily, Monday – Friday, but may be called in at other times than the regularly-scheduled work-day if emergencies arise and at the discretion of the Village of Addison. Work is of average difficulty and is reviewed for progress and conformance to established procedures by the Building Division Supervisor or his designee.

The primary responsibility of the Community Development Inspector 1 will involve, but not be limited to:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Investigates reported municipal, building, sub-division, and zoning code violations; initiates corrective or enforcement measures; notifies violators or corrective actions required for compliance; conducts follow-up inspections and reports; makes court appearance as necessary.

Assists supervisor in updating Village Ordinances relate to departmental activities to ensure that Village Ordinances reflect current municipal needs; prepares proposed revisions and submits them to their supervisor for review.

Meets or corresponds with contractors, architects, developers, residents, owners and managers regarding missing or inadequate details or existing violations; makes written reports of inspections with notes on any action taken.

Performs duties in strict accordance with the Department/division SOP/safety manual and is expected to report any hazards and observed infractions immediately to their supervisor; may serve on departmental safety committee; makes certain that staff in the division are also performing duties in accordance with all Department/division SOP/safety manual regulations and policies.

Inspects all properties requiring licenses and transfer-of-property stamps.

Resolves complaints of municipal zoning, subdivision, property maintenance and building code violations.

Prepares reports and recommendations related to inspections made and assists in updating municipal codes.

Ability to perform the duties of the position and operate department equipment with strict adherence to Village and Department safety policies and procedures.

Receives and investigates the general public's complaints regarding division services. Institutes corrective measures including legal action as feasible and communicates with the general public regarding complaint disposition. Provides said service to customers in a timely, professional and courteous manner.

IN ADDITION TO THE AFOREMENTIONED ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK, INSPECTORS IN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT WILL BE ASSIGNED AND REQUIRED TO GAIN EXPERTISE IN ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING FIVE (5) INSPECTION AREAS:

1. BUILDING INSPECTION

Inspects during construction work to check footings, foundations, other concrete work, framing, other structural systems, electrical, H.V.A.C., plumbing, spotted surveys, driveways, and parking areas at single family dwellings and accessory structural such as pools, sheds, decks and fences for compliance with applicable building, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fire, zoning and other applicable codes and ordinances including soil and erosion control practices. Performs disaster inspections such as those caused by flooding, fire, vehicle striking building, as requested to determine the safety of the structure.

2. COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL INSPECTION

Inspects all businesses in the Village’s industrial park and areas zoned for manufacturing on a regular basis for compliance with municipal and related codes and ordinance covering building and property maintenance and alteration; inspects all commercial and industrial buildings whenever a new business applies for a license; approves or rejects plans; makes inspections during new construction to check concrete, structural, electrical, H.V.A.C., and plumbing work to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, including soil and erosion control practices, inspects parking lots, driveways, storage areas, and landscaping for compliance with the Village Code.

3. HOUSING INSPECTION

Inspects, on a regular basis all rental residential property as required for compliance with appropriate codes and ordinances including individual apartments, driveways, parking lots, sidewalks, and landscape areas.

4. PUBLIC, PRIVATE CONSTRUCTION AND TRANSFER OF PROPERTY INSPECTION

Performs field inspections of street, sewer, water main, and sidewalk construction in new and existing developments with the Village, including soil and erosion control practices, compiles lists of deficiencies on new subdivision prior to final inspections; tests or witnesses test of all water main and sanitary sewer before acceptance; addresses complaints of street repair, drainage, and flooding; performs grade and level work for all departments requested; inspects illegal sump pump connection whenever a transfer of property occurs; designs and implements plans and specifications for annual street maintenance programs. Also performs survey work, traffic studies, drainage inspector, review of payment requests and field inspections of as-built plans.

5. ZONING INSPECTIONS

Inspects or reviews plan, property, buildings, and proposed uses for compliance with zoning ordinance requirements including, but not limited to: for use, location, set back, height, floor area ratio, parking, and green space requirements; reviews for compliance with special uses, pre-annexation agreements and other requirements by the Village Board.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be an eligible candidate for this position:

Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
Possess two (2) years of experience in the construction trades or code enforcement; advanced training in building construction technology, housing, maintenance, plan review, and enforcement procedures preferred.
Within the first 12-months of employment, starting the first day of appointment to the position, the Community Development Inspector 1 will be expected to obtain the following certification under the International Code Council (I.C.C): Property Maintenance and Housing Inspector Certification.
Possess the ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays, along with any expected/unexpected overtime that may be mandatory.
Ability to pass a personal interview, physical and drug screen when applicable.
Be able to successfully utilize Microsoft Office software programs (i.e., Word and Excel).
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at the High School graduate level.
Possession of a valid Illinois Driver’s License Class ‘D’ free from incidence that may result in license revocation or suspension.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Skills and Abilities Required:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger or handle keyboards and paper, rolled or unrolled, and blue-prints; climb up or down a ladder, hill, stairs and uneven terrain; occasionally stoop, kneel or crouch at ground level, talk or hear on the phone or in person. The employee must be able to lift, push, pull and/or move equipment up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment Factors:

Ability to work under conditions that occasionally require exposure to environmental factors such as temperature and noise extremes, odors, toxic agents, wetness, electrical currents, moving parts, fumes. This exposure may cause some discomfort and presents a risk of injury. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but occasionally loud.

Requires the ability to recognize and identify similarities or differences between characteristics of colors, shapes and sounds associated with job-related objects, materials and tasks.

Salary:

The salary range for this position is $71,820 – $99,416. The Community Development Inspector 1 will receive a very competitive benefit package and work 37.5 hours per week, plus any required overtime.

Required test and screenings:

IMPORTANT NOTICE – SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION

Applications can be obtained at the Village Hall either in the Administration Department, Room 2100, or downloaded below. Applicants will be notified by letter of the test date for this position, where applicable. All completed applications must be directed to the Director of Human Resources/Risk Management, either via regular mail at 1 Friendship Plaza, Addison, Illinois 60101, emailed to voajobs@addison-il.org, or submitted personally to the Administration Department, Room 2100 of the Village Hall. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Only one application per person, per testing cycle is accepted.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Please refer to the Division of Human Resources Section to review a copy of the Village’s policy on Equal Employment Opportunity.

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**APPLICANTS – PLEASE CAREFULLY READ**

To avoid conflicts of interest and the appearance of favoritism or bias and to enhance supervision, security, and morale, the Village of Addison believes it advisable to prohibit the employment of relatives in a direct supervisory relationship or to prohibit having two (2) relatives employed in the same department/division. In addition, this policy bars the hiring or employment of an employee's relatives in any position that would:

Have the potential for creating an adverse impact on work performance; or

Create either an actual conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest, such as the relative having an auditing or control relationship to the employee's job.

“Relatives” (including blood/step/in-law/adopted/legal guardian) are defined as spouse, mother, father, sister, brother, child, uncle, aunt, grandparent, grandchild, or any individual with whom an employee has a close personal relationship, such as a domestic partner, co-habitant, or significant other. The same prohibitions apply to employees who marry, cohabitate, or become related by marriage. The provisions of this policy are not limited to personal or familial relationships amongst supervisors, managers, and subordinates. The policy also includes personal and/or familial relationships between individuals working as peers in any department when such relationship actually disrupts the operation of the department or the Village.

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