Now Hiring: Level 1 Service Maintenance Worker
November 9, 2026

Level 1 Service Maintenance Worker
Salary Range: $12.00/hour – $24.00/hour
General Description:
To perform general maintenance duties within the entire utilities departments and Village properties as instructed by the Village Administrator or Mayor.
Work Schedule:
This is considered to be a Full-time position. The normal work schedule for this position shall be up to Forty (40) hours per week; specifically, Monday – Friday.
This position may require occasional weekends, evenings, holidays, and on-call.
Work Responsibilities:
The responsibilities of this position shall include, but not be limited to, the following duties. The following duties are intended to depict some, but not all, of the typical tasks required by this position. The position may require additional tasks and other duties as instructed by the direct supervisor.
- Perform routine maintenance on the entire water system; including the water supply wells, the water treatment plant and the water distribution system.
- Perform routine maintenance on the entire sewer system; including the sanitary sewer collection system and the Vac Plant.
- Perform routine maintenance on the streets and alleys and all items pertaining to streets and alleys.
- Perform routine maintenance on the storm sewer collection system.
- Perform routine maintenance on all Village buildings and grounds; including, but not limited to, all parks, the Vac Plant, the water treatment facility and Village Hall.
- To understand and adhere to all rules, regulations and policies as required by the State of Ohio, County of Hardin and Village of Forest.
- To follow all general Operation and Maintenance procedures.
“Routine Maintenance” shall include the repair, installation or replacement of any and all items pertaining to the water, sewer, streets or parks and recreation departments.
Normal Employment Standards:
High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate. Pre-employment background check, drug screen testing, and physical will be completed. Must be 18 years or older.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Ability to work well with fellow employees and interact well with the public. Ability to recognize and solve problems. Must possess the skills required to operate all equipment and machinery owned and operated by the Village of Forest. Must possess the skills and knowledge required to perform routine maintenance for all departments and be physically able to lift 50 pounds or more on a consistent basis.
Special Requirements:
Obtain CPR certification within one (1) year of employment.
The Village of Forest is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Please send resume to Jamie Davis @ P.O. Box 220, Forest, OH 45843 or email forestohadm@gmail.com.