FULL-TIME PUBLIC WORKS POSITION
The Village of Beecher is accepting applications for the position of full-time Public Works employee. Starting salary $38,383, top pay $64,714 (excluding OT) after five years of service. Excellent health insurance, retirement, vacation/sick and other benefits. Work hours 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday with some overtime and weekend duty. Candidates must hold or be able to obtain a General Standards Applicator License and a CDL Class B with airbrakes license prior to completion of probation. Equipment operation and public works experience a plus. Opportunities for training, water and wastewater licenses. Applications may be obtained at www.villageofbeecher.org or from the Beecher Village Hall, 625 Dixie Highway, Beecher, Illinois 60401, Submit application to Beecher Village Hall or mconner@villageofbeecher.org by 4:00 p.m., Friday, January 9, 2026.
NOTICE OF BID LETTING-FUEL
Notice is hereby given that the Village of Beecher, in conjunction with the intergovernmental fuel committee, is accepting bids for the purchase of 27,000 gallons of Class II 45 Cetane Ultra Low Sulfur Clear Diesel with lubricity additive, including cold weather additive and 58,000 gallons of 87 Octane unleaded fuel for the period of May 1, 2026 through April 30, 2027. Bid forms are available at the Beecher Village Hall, 625 Dixie, P.O. Box 1154, Beecher, IL 60401 or on our website villageofbeecher.org. Sealed bids will be accepted until 12:00 p.m. on Monday, April 13 2026 at which time they will be opened and reviewed. The Village reserves the right to reject any and all bids.
Bidders may also choose to submit an alternative bid indicating the price to be paid per gallon of fuel over low rack pricing FOB Chicago weekly rates. If you have any questions or concerns or need additional information, please contact Heidi Demas at 708-946-2261.
CLICK HERE FOR FLAT & FIXED BID FORM
CLICK HERE FOR OVER LOW RACK BID FORM
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
Miller Street Water Main Replacement
Village of Beecher, Illinois
The Village of Beecher is accepting sealed bids for the Miller Street Water Main Replacement. Bids will be received at Village Hall, 625 Dixie Hwy., Beecher, IL until 10:00 A.M., March 12, 2026, then publicly opened.
Description of Work. The proposed construction consists of installation of approximately 3,000 lineal feet of 6-8-inch water main by horizontal directional drilling and open-cut methods. The proposed route includes installing new water main on Miller Street from Reed Street to Dixie Highway (IL Route 1), and Catalpa Street from Miller Street to Orchard Lane. Construction includes valves, hydrants, water service replacement, street and parkway restoration, and other miscellaneous items of work.
Additional information can be found at: villageofbeecher-RFP-Miller-St-Water-Main
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Beecher Village Hall – Exterior Design Improvements
Project Overview: The Village of Beecher is seeking proposals from qualified contractors to replace the soffit, fascia, ceiling of the drive thru area, and to add L.E.D. can lighting, located at 625 Dixie Hwy. The intent of this project is to enhance curb appeal, modernize exterior elements, improve lighting quality, and ensure a clean, professional, and welcoming appearance for residents and visitors.
BIDS MUST BE SUBMITTED BEFORE 10AM ON THE DAY OF BID OPENING (04/08/206) – NO EXCEPTIONS
SURF INTERNET FIBER INSTALLATION IN BEECHER
Surf Internet is expanding its fiber-optic network in Beecher through a $10.5 million grant from the State of Illinois’ Connect Illinois program. Construction crews will be installing underground fiber in utility easements throughout the Village. Before work begins, you may see utility locate flags placed in your yard. Surf Internet will use directional boring to minimize disruption, though small holes may be dug. The company is responsible for restoring any disturbed areas.
Please note: The Village does not control construction in utility easements and cannot regulate this state-funded project.
Questions? Contact Surf Internet at 888-274-6381
OR
https://surfinternet.com/fiber-optic-installation-process/
https://surfinternet.com/construction/illinois/beecher/
EPAY CREDIT CARD PROCESSING FEES
Pay by credit card – a 2.3% fee or $1 minimum will apply
Pay by e-check – .50 cents per transaction
The Village continues to accept checks and cash for payments for no additional charges
