Under the direction of the Street Department Superintendent, the General Laborer performs day-to-day duties involving the upkeep, upgrade, construction and/or renovation of city facilities, including road maintenance, water leak repair, snow and ice removal.  This position is also subject to call-outs for emergency repairs and over-time as needed.

 

Skills and qualifications include, but are not limited to:

• Live in the Pana School District or be willing to move into the area within 12 (twelve) months. 

• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, reach and lift up to 50 pounds

• Be comfortable climbing up tall ladders and working at elevated levels

• Possess a positive attitude and work ethic

• Follow safety protocols

• Ability to work in cold and warm conditions

• Ability to work independently or as an active member of a team

• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent

• Ability to work with the public

• Understand and follow instruction both verbally and in writing

• Ability to be on feet and/or walk for extended periods of time

• Hold a Class B CDL license or be willing to obtain a CDL license.  The City of Pana will provide training for successful candidate.

 

This full-time position comes with the following benefits:

• Annual wage increases

• Fully paid IMRF retirement contributions

• Excellent health, dental and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution to premium

• Life insurance paid by the city during your time of employment

• Paid time off including vacation, sick days and personal days

• Thirteen paid holidays each calendar year

 

Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. May 18, 2026.  Applications can be found on our website at www.cityofpana.org/careers or picked up at the City Clerk’s office at City Hall, 120 E 3rd St., Pana, IL.  Any questions can be directed to the City Clerk’s office at 217-562-3626. 

 

The City of Pana is an equal opportunity employer.