Employment Opportunities

Village Engineer

 The Village of Sugar Grove Public Works Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Village Engineer.

 

Under the direction of the Public Works Director, this position will perform a variety of engineering work of an administrative and technical nature and oversee the daily operations of the Public Works - Engineering Division. This position is responsible for coordinating, planning, and directing design and construction engineering for public improvement projects and subdivision development, either through review or supervision of outside consultants, to ensure Federal, State, and Local compliance with engineering standards and that all plans comply with Village Ordinance and Code.


 

Position works in accordance with the applicable statutes of the State of Illinois and local municipal ordinances. Employee functions independently, referring specific problems to the supervisor only where clarification or interpretation of Village policy or procedure is required. Employee may provide direction to employees within field of expertise. The position may be responsible for managing contract engineering firms.

Desired Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Civil Engineering, or related field. 
  • Two or more years of progressively responsible engineering experience with a strong emphasis on local government projects.

Special Requirements:

Must have a valid registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois and a valid Driver’s License.

Compensation

Anticipate Hiring Range $111,000 – 120,000 DOQ.

To view the full job description, click here.


Qualified candidates should submit an employment application, a cover letter, a resume, and a reference list to Brad Merkel, Public Works Director, via email at bmerkel@suargroveil.gov.


The Village of Sugar Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


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ENTRY-LEVEL POLICE OFFICER   

The Board of Police Commissioners of the Village of Sugar Grove, Illinoios is accepting applications for the position of police officer with the Sugar Grove Police Department.

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MAINTENANCE WORKER 1 - STREETS

Grow with the Village of Sugar Grove! Are you a recent graduate looking to start your career in streets and turf maintenance or local government? Or perhaps you are already working and looking to utilize your hands-on labor skills in a new field. The full-time Maintenance Worker position could be for you! With a generous benefits plan which includes a pension, this role represents an 

opportunity both for those with public sector experience and those looking to start their career in local government.


The Village of Sugar Grove Public Works Department is currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Worker I in the Streets Division. This position performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance tasks and operates heavy and specialized construction equipment, such as end loaders and backhoes, for the general maintenance, upkeep, and repair of public property, roadways, equipment, buildings, grounds, and Village utilities.


Under the direct supervision of the Streets Foreperson, this position is responsible for daily tasks such as:


  • Mowing, trimming, maintenance, and care of Village trees and parkways.
  • Care and maintenance of lawns (turf), trees, shrubs, and flowers.
  • Trim trees, chip branches, pick up litter/trash, and assist with emergency/hazard maintenance.
  • Participate in special events including set-up, road closures, detour sign placement, crowd control, barricading and fencing, garbage pickup and disposal, etc.
  • Operates, maintains, repairs, and cleans turf equipment, large and small trucks for snow plowing, hauling, and performs snow and ice removal during winter operations.



















SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Valid State Class A CDL Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement.
  • Submit to required Department of Transportation Drug/Alcohol Testing.
  • Submit a full physical examination as a condition of employment, including the ability to use a respirator.


DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

  • Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
  • Two (2) years of responsible maintenance, construction, maintenance, or repair experience.
  • Any equivalent combination of education and experience.


BENEFITS

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Generous Paid Time Off
  • Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund


The Village of Sugar Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, application, and a reference list to Brad Merkel, Public Works Director, via email at bmerkel@suargroveil.gov.


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The Village of Sugar Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

A Sugar Grove

Village Engineer

The Village of Sugar Grove Public Works Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Village Engineer.

Under the direction of the Public Works Director, this position will perform a variety of engineering work of an administrative and technical nature and oversee the daily operations of the Public Works - Engineering Division. This position is responsible for coordinating, planning, and directing design and construction engineering for public improvement projects and subdivision development, either through review or supervision of outside consultants, to ensure Federal, State, and Local compliance with engineering standards and that all plans comply with Village Ordinance and Code.


Position works in accordance with the applicable statutes of the State of Illinois and local municipal ordinances. Employee functions independently, referring specific problems to the supervisor only where clarification or interpretation of Village policy or procedure is required. Employee may provide direction to employees within field of expertise. The position may be responsible for managing contract engineering firms.



Desired Minimum Qualifications:

  • Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Civil Engineering, or related field.
  • Two or more years of progressively responsible engineering experience with a strong emphasis on local government projects.


Special Requirements:

Must have a valid registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Illinois and a valid Driver’s License.

Compensation

Anticipate Hiring Range $111,000 – 120,000 DOQ.

Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and a reference list to Brad Merkel, Public Works Director, via email at bmerkel@suargroveil.gov.

The Village of Sugar Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer.


Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance


Work Location:

In person


Village of Sugar Grove Employment Application


Mandatory Written Examination Testing

Following completion of all application materials and review of minimum qualifications, successful applicants will be invited to participate in an on-line written examination to be offered Wednesday, May 28- Friday, May 30, 2025.


To apply for this position or obtain additional information, please visit the following website: http://www.applytoserve.com.


The Village of Sugar Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the continuing policy of the Sugar Grove Police Department to afford equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or disability, and to conform to applicable laws and regulations. Equal opportunity encompasses all aspects of employment practices to include, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, benefits, promotions, transfers, and discipline.