Welcome to the City of Peru Employment Page. Here you will find a list of current vacancies within the City and information on how to apply for open positions. The City of Peru is committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information or background, religious affiliation, marital status, military status, order of protection status, arrest record, or any other legally protected status.
Vacancies
ELECTRIC DEPARTMENT
OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
The City of Peru is accepting applications for an Operator Maintenance in our Electric Department. Responsibilities will include operating and maintaining generators, high voltage equipment, DC equipment, pumps, motors, hydraulics, gas, and internal combustion engines.
Additional duties include, but not limited to, monitoring SCADA system and troubleshooting pneumatic, high-pressure steam, hydraulic, and lubricating systems. This position will also perform building and grounds maintenance at the Hydro Plant, substations, and Electric Department.
Candidates must have the ability to read ladder logic, schematics and be mechanically inclined. Additionally, must have a valid Illinois Class A CDL, be able to lift a maximum of 100 pounds, and be able to perform manual labor under various working and weather conditions.
Candidates with a more extensive electrical background are encouraged to apply.
Full-time position with competitive salary and excellent benefit package. The starting rate of pay for this position is $33.83 per hour. Please complete the Full-Time Employment Application and submit a resume including employment history and education located on our website no later than April 28, 2025.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Description Operator Maintenance 04/2025
Application Process:
A new application must be submitted each time you want to apply for a posted position, even if it is a position for which you have previously applied. Please be sure to read the entire employment application carefully and answer all the questions even if you are submitting a resume with your application. All relevant fields on the application must be completed to be considered for the vacancy.
Important Items to Note:
- If you do not have access to a computer at home to download and complete an application, computer access is available at public libraries or you can pick up a paper application at City Hall.
- Information provided by applicants for career opportunities may be used to conduct background checks, reference checks or other activities related to the hiring process.
- Because of the volume of applications received for some positions, not all applicants are granted an opportunity to interview. If you are selected to interview, a representative from the Human Resources Department will contact you after the advertised closing date for the vacancy.
