Village of Argyle Street Department is seeking a dedicated and skilled individual to join our team as a full-time Operator. If you are comfortable working with heavy machinery, committed to public service, and ready for a physically demanding role, we encourage you to apply!
This essential position is responsible for maintaining and improving the Village’s streets, infrastructure, and public grounds.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate Heavy Machinery: Safely and efficiently operate all street department equipment, including backhoes and plow trucks.
- Street Maintenance: Perform snow plowing, sanding/salting, patching blacktop, and repairing streets, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks (concrete work).
- Groundskeeping: Conduct tree trimming, brush removal, grass mowing, and weed cutting.
- Equipment Care: Complete general maintenance and routine repairs on Village-owned machinery and vehicles.
- Cross-Department Support: Participate in Sewer & Water Department cross-training for weekend rotation coverage.
- Public Interaction: Maintain strong communication skills and work effectively with the public and in a team setting.
Required Qualifications & Conditions
- CDL: Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brakes endorsement, or have the ability to obtain it within the 6-month probationary period.
- Physical Ability: Must be able to lift 100 lbs and be willing to submit to a required physical, medical, and drug testing.
- Availability: Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including required nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call rotation.
- Residency: The successful candidate must establish and maintain residency within 20 minutes of the Village of Argyle.
Compensation and Benefits
- Salary: Based on hands-on skillset and relevant knowledge of the position.
- Benefits Package:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health and Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability
- WRS Retirement (Wisconsin Retirement System)
- Cell phone and clothing allowance
- Career Growth: This is a contracted position with an annual review. Opportunities for advancement and specific licensing may be available upon successful completion of the 6-month probationary period.
How to Apply
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to the address below or to deputyclerk@argylewi.gov
Deadline: 12:00 PM on Monday, December 15th, 2025
Village of Argyle Street Department Operator, 401 E Milwaukee Street PO Box 246, Argyle WI 53504
For more information regarding this position, please contact the Argyle Village Clerk at (608) 543-3113.