The City of Darlington is accepting applications for a full-time Public Works Employee. Experience in snow plowing, street maintenance, and equipment operation preferred. Requirements include but are not limited to: Class B CDL with air brakes (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date), physical, background check, random drug testing, and a 6-month probationary period. Base rate for this position is $24.00 per hour. The City of Darlington offers a benefits package that includes participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, the Employee Trust Fund’s health insurance program, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, and vacation and sick leave. For further information, application form, detailed job description, and benefits summary, please contact Amy Johnson, Clerk-Treasurer, City of Darlington, at (608) 776-4972. This same information can be found on the City’s website: www.darlingtonwi.org.
Application form and resume shall be submitted to: Finance and Personnel Committee c/o Mayor, 627 Main St., P.O. Box 207, Darlington, WI 53530. The application deadline is Friday, May 1, 2026, at 9:00 AM.
PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE JOB DESCRIPTION
Public Works Employee shall do a variety of tasks as assigned by the Public Works Director, and these tasks include, but are not limited to:
- Cutting trees and brush, hauling brush, and maintaining the burn site.
- Operate machinery as needed, but not limited to, for installing and repairing curb and sidewalks, adjusting manholes, installing sewer and or water mains, and related services and hydrants.
- Snow removal as needed, shoveling around City-owned sidewalks on handicap ramps.
- Placing and taking down Christmas decorations as directed.
- Attend safety meetings and comply with safety laws as taught and as required by the State and or Federal Government. Care will be given to act in a safe manner to protect oneself and the public while performing duties.
- Carry a cell phone while on and off duty, and respond as needed to emergent situations such as snow plowing, water main repair, and storm damage cleanup.
- Work in a cooperative manner with other departments within the city to ensure service to the citizens of the community and visitors.
- The employee must have a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License class B with air brake endorsement or be able to obtain it within six months of Hire.
- Employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing as required by regulation.
- Perform any other task as needed.