American Legion First Division

04/03/2026

01/26/2026

Hello Friends and Colleagues,

We are immediately seeking five (5) Class A CDL holders for a union utility position in Kankakee, Illinois with Aqua Illinois.

This is a strong, full-time union opportunity with guaranteed hours, overtime availability, and a clear certification pathway.

Position Highlights:

Location: Kankakee, IL
(Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, candidates must reside within 30 minutes of the Kankakee office)
Pay: $27.83/hour (union scale)
Guaranteed 40 hours/week + overtime opportunities
CDL-A required prior to hire
Union benefits (2025 benefits one-pager available)
If you know qualified CDL-A drivers—especially veterans or someone seeking union position—in or near Kankakee who are looking for a stable, long-term union role, please share this opportunity or connect them directly.

Points of Contact:
Elizabeth
📞 773-678-7026
📧 [email protected]

11/22/2025

It is our sad duty to report that the following Legionnaire has been called from our midst and has gone to report to the Great Commander of us all.

Bernard Darmetko
United States Marine and Army Veteran

Member of the Post 96, 5th District Past Finance Officer. and
First Division Finance Officer of The American Legion

It is with heartfelt sympathy we gather. Our prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow.

The visitation will be held on December 1, 2025, from 3pm until 9pm at Hitzeman Funeral Home in Brookfield, IL, 9445 31st St, Brookfield, IL 60513

December 1, 2025, Post Everlasting will be at 6:30 pm (Suggest arrival not later than 6:15 pm)