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City of Bloomington, IL

Laborer - Parks

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$64K/yr

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Laborer - Parks

Springfield, IL • On-site

City of Bloomington, IL
501 - 1,000 employees
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$64K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Salary : $64,937.60 Annually
Location : Parks Maintenance - 1813 Springfield Rd., Bloomington, IL
Job Type: Internal Employees Only
Job Number: 01072
Department: Parks & Recreation
Division: Parks Maintenance
Opening Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date: 9/10/2026 11:59 PM Central
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hours/Shift: Mon-Fri 7am-3pm
Description
This is a manual labor work of routine difficulty, and limited equipment operation in the performance of varied unskilled and semi-skilled tasks of a physically demanding nature.
Work involves the performance of heavy manual labor and servicing tasks in public works, general construction, and maintenance activities. As work experience is gained, employees of this class may be assigned responsibility for the performance of increasingly difficult tasks, such as the operation of automotive and maintenance equipment. Work is performed under direct supervision and within the framework of detailed instructions; however, many types of work assigned may be routine and repetitive in nature and may be accomplished with only general supervision. Work is reviewed upon completion for results achieved and adherence to established rules and procedures.
Examples of Duties
(Any position may not include all of the specific duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties which may be performed.)
GENERAL DUTIES
1. Picks up, carries and empties garbage cans into trucks; picks up debris and other refuse and places in truck; loads tree limbs and brush into trucks and loaders.
2. Paints various park and recreation facilities and equipment including garbage barrels, picnic tables, building, and playground apparatus.
3. Mows and trims grass with hand-pushed or small riding mowers; edges sidewalks and sprays pesticides.
4. Operates trucks, tractors with gang mower attachments, loaders, backhoes, snow loaders, rollers, graders, sweepers, paint-stripping machines, and related equipment on a relief, training or incidental basis only.
5. Performs related work as required.
Typical Qualifications
Completion of ten grades of school and the ability to read and understand written instructions; or any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:
Knowledge of the hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary in the performance of duties within the department of assignment.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team, after training, under limited technical supervision.
Ability to acquire some skill in the use of standard equipment and hand tools used in the area of assignment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to work effectively with other employees and to maintain safe and efficient work methods.
Physical strength and endurance sufficient to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
Our employees are our greatest asset and reason for our success. As a full-time Local 699 - Public Works/Parks employee, you will receive a Total Compensation package including healthcare/wellness benefits, paid time off (PTO), insurance and retirement. Details below:
Healthcare/Wellness
  • Medical - choice between a lower deductible PPO, an HSA-compatible PPO, and an HMO
    • All plans administered by BCBS
    • 75% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s). Working spouse exclusion applies, however, to the Medical Plan
  • Dental - PPO
    • Administered by BCBS
    • 50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)
  • Vision - PPO
    • Administered by VSP
    • 50% employer subsidy provided, for employee and any covered dependent(s)
  • Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
  • Extensive Wellness program, including an annual Health Club Reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - for assistance with work, health & life topics such as overall wellbeing, relationship management, workplace challenges, addiction, child/elder care resources, legal advice, financial guidance, nutrition & physical health
Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 80 hours vacation, provided on your start date
    • 120 hours at 1-4 years of service
    • 160 hours at 5-19 years of service
    • 200 hours at 20-24 years of service
    • 232 hours at 25 years
  • 12.5 paid holidays each year
    • New Year's Day
    • Martin Luther King Jr. Day
    • Good Friday
    • Memorial Day
    • Juneteenth
    • 4th of July
    • Labor Day
    • Veterans Day
    • Thanksgiving
    • Day After Thanksgiving
    • Christmas Eve
    • Christmas Day
    • New Year's Eve (1/2 day)
  • 2 personal days provided each year
  • Opportunity to earn a Wellness Day each year
  • 1 sick day earned each month, up to a maximum bank of 90 days
Insurance
  • $50,000 Employer-provided benefit
  • Voluntary Life Insurance buy-up
Retirement
  • Automatic enrollment in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) Pension - benefit details can be found
  • Voluntary retirement options available:
    • 457 Account (similar to a 401k)
    • Roth IRA
    • Additional Voluntary After-Tax Contribution (VAC) plan via IMRF

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This job posting is for internal employees only.Are you currently a City of Bloomington employee?
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  • No

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Are you Full-Time or Seasonal?
  • Full-Time
  • Seasonal

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