Fall Leaf Collection
Leaf collection will begin when an abundant amount of leaves begin to fall and continue until December 10th. Leaves should be raked very close to the curb but not around mailboxes, telephone poles and street signs. Flower bed and garden debris will not be accepted. Please bag leaves in a biodegradable bag if you have additional leaves beyond December 10th and call the Street Department at 834-8810 for pickup.
CCR Report now available
http://www.villageofburton.org/Portals/2/2020CCR.pdf
Positions Available:
Seeking Street Laborer
The Village of Burton is seeking qualified individuals to fill the full time position as Street Department Laborer. Applicants must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license, high school diploma or GED.Duties include lawn maintenance, snow removal, light excavation, etc.Hours may vary including weekends and night when required. A background in landscape, tree care, concrete, paving or excavation is preferred.Benefits include OPERS, 2 weeks vacation after 1 year, and paid medical. Submissions are due by 4PM on Thursday, July 15, 2021. Interested persons may submit a resume and cover letter identifying qualifications to villageofburton@sbcglobal.net or mail to:
Village of Burton
Attn: Personnel Committee
P.O. Box 408
Burton, Ohio 44021
The Village of Burton is in an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Village of Burton is seeking qualified individuals for
Water/Wastewater Operator
Full Time Position
Pay dependent upon certification and experience
Posted June 4, 2021 until filled.
Job Description
Under general supervision of the Utilities Supervisor, operates treatment plant in accordance with EPA regulations and requirements and maintains related equipment. Performs task related to the repair of equipment; maintenance of buildings and grounds and other related maintenance task of the Village of Burton Treatment Facilities and their connecting infrastructure as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of operations and maintenance of wastewater/water treatment facilities and mechanical and electrical equipment.
Skill in use of basic laboratory equipment and hand tools; power tools/equipment.
Ability to understand and follow operating instructions; conduct routine sampling procedures and laboratory analysis; perform calculations and perform a variety of manual labor tasks including working indoors and outdoors environments; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials. Working in confined spaces, climbing ladders and at times regular sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work. Ability to work overtime, weekends and on call as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- Currently have Ohio EPA wastewater class I certification or be able to obtain a class I certification within 1 year of employment in both Water and Wastewater.
- Pass a physical, as well as a drug test and background check.
- Valid Ohio driver’s license
Benefits include OPERS, 2 weeks’ vacation after 1 year, and paid medical.
Interested persons may submit a resume and cover letter identifying qualifications, to villageofburton@sbcglobal.net or mail to:
Village of Burton
P.O. Box 408
Burton, Ohio 44021
The Village of Burton is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Reminder on what is recyclable and what is NOT recyclable:
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Geauga County Special Collectionsfor 2021
Please be advised:
Our Burton Utility Department will be marking utility lines on lawns and streets Monday through Friday during normal business hours. If you have any questions or concerns please call the Village Office.
Please note: The Board of Public Affairs recently updated the Rules and Regulations to state that any water and sewer bill not paid by the due date (a delinquent account) AND with a balance of $300 or greater will have services shut off. Payment plans are available to anyone who is having trouble paying their water/sewer bill. If you are making regularly scheduled payments on a payment plan, your account is not delinquent.
The Village of Burton has teamed up with Waste Management to offer Burton Village residents a Single Hauler Trash Program that became effective April 1, 2019. All residents will automatically be enrolled in the standard service level of a 96-gallon trash cart and a 64-gallon recycle cart at a rate of $17.98 per month. To choose a different service level, be sure to contact the Village Office at 440-834-4474. A senior rate is available. Also available is "low volume bag service." Recycling will take place every two weeks. All standard service level customers will get a recycle tote; bag customers have the option of adding recycling service at a rate of $5.00/month. Single Hauler Trash (Waste Management) Frequently Asked Questions
2021 Recycling Schedule
Waste Management Recycling Website
The 2021 Arbor Day celebration was held Saturday, October 9th in the Village Park from 10 AM to 12 PM. 
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