Employment Opportunity: Public Works Laborers
October 20, 2026
CITY OF MATTOON
PUBLIC WORKS LABORERS
The City of Mattoon is accepting applications for 2 laborer positions at the Street Department at 401 Dewitt Avenue East. The Street Department maintains streets, sidewalks, water distribution, sanitary sewers, storm drainage, buildings & grounds, boulevard trees, and landscaping.
Starting pay is between $20.59/hr – $24.31/hr depending on qualifications. Benefits include overtime, paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, health insurance, and retirement. Applications can be found here.
Mechanical aptitude and ability are required along with a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Air Brake & Tanker Endorsements.
Applications are to be submitted to KerseyS@mattoonillinois.org, or deposited in the water payment dropbox at City Hall, 208 N 19th Street, Attn: Stacey Kersey. The application period will be considered open until the positions are filled. Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran
