Engineer to replace retiring Peru Public Works Superintendent

A retirement in Peru’s Public Works Department is a new job for a civil engineer.  Public Works Superintendent Gary Bleck has worked for the city since 1973 when he began as a maintenance person in the Electric Department.

Bleck’s last day is September 6.  Before he leaves he’ll teach new-hire Sean Mikos the role of public works superintendent.

Mikos begins August 5.  The city council approved his hiring Monday night.  This will be his first job as a city engineer and public works superintendent.  He’ll be responsible for overseeing the 15 full-time employees plus seasonal workers.  He’ll also be expected to handle the city’s small engineering projects.  His annual salary will be $87,000.