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$50,000 -$75,000, DOQ
Do you love to work in a great community? Then the Woodridge Park District located in Woodridge, Illinois is for you! We have an opening for a full-time Park Maintenance III staff member. As a five time Illinois Distinguished & Accredited Agency Award recipient, the Woodridge Park District serves approximately 35,500 residents with 690 acres of parks and sites offering over 1,000 programs each year. Maintenance - Level 3 staff are responsible for performing general maintenance and/or performing a specialty trade (e.g. carpentry, electrical, etc.) for the Park District. General maintenance consists of but is not limited to, the care and repair of landscaping, turf, trees, buildings, vehicles, and equipment. Maintenance – Level 3 staff will also assist the Superintendent of Parks and Parks Operations Manager with planning, supervision, and implementation of major maintenance/construction projects. The minimum salary for this position is $24.04 per hour and the maximum of the range is $36.06 per hour. Compensation offers are made depending on qualifications and experience.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactorily and demonstrate the District’s core competencies consisting of financial accountability, integrity/ethics, job knowledge, interpersonal skills, policies & procedures compliance, work quality, risk management/safety, District/Department vision and values, adaptability/flexibility, dependability, teamwork, and productivity.
Essential Duties
- Perform general maintenance and/or use a special trade to perform maintenance for the District on parks, buildings, facilities, and park site furnishings/equipment as assigned.
- Operate assigned Park District vehicles and motorized equipment.
- Operate equipment including but not limited to mowers (comparable to a 580 Toro mower), weed eaters, power washers, blowers and other miscellaneous power equipment as directed.
- Perform general horticultural practice of plant material in include maintenance, installation and removal.
- Operate tractors and riding/walk-behind mowers to mow and trim turf
- Oversee part-time seasonal workers and special work crews as assigned.
- Develop and exercises safe work habits to prevent injuries and conserve material resources.
- Generate new ideas to improve maintenance operational efficiencies, reduce maintenance costs, improve safety and improve access to parks and recreation services.
- Work as a team player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments
Initiative
- Seek out new responsibilities and practice self-development.
- Be prepared to deal with emergency health issues in accordance with Park District policies. Special sanitation procedures are to be taken in the event of some illnesses, see policy 3.4 in the Comprehensive Policy & Procedures Manual for details.
- Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Personal Organization
- Maintain a clear and functional workspace.
- Keep information organized and accessible
- Use appropriate time keeping method/system to accurately record time worked in accordance with policy/procedure.
Teamwork
- Attend staff meetings and in-service training sessions as required.
- Promote a team atmosphere and work with co-workers to meet all team deadlines and responsibilities.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and demonstrate the competencies listed above in addition to the following:
- Basic understanding of tools, turf, and equipment maintenance.
- Ability to administer all functions of park operations as required by the Superintendent of Parks and Operations, the Parks Maintenance Operations Manager, and Director of Parks, Planning and Development.
- Basic skills in electric, carpentry, and plumbing.
- Knowledge of and the ability to maintain and care for turf, trees, buildings (interior & exterior components/systems), vehicles, equipment, and the repair of same.
- Knowledge of construction techniques including: plumbing, carpentry, electricity and the ability to use this in implementation and supervision of construction projects.
- Ability to follow directions and once a job is assigned and the ability to work with limited daily supervision.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to oversee seasonal part-time department employees.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment including, but not limited to: tractors, end loaders, backhoe, skid steer, and large mowers.
- Ability to observe and report safety hazards.
- Ability to interact positively and effectively with residents, cooperating agencies, and Park District employees.
- Ability to read, understand, remember, and interpret routine documents such as safety rules as well as communicate information therein.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondences and to speak effectively before groups of participants or employees of organization.
- Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
- Ability to identify and respond quickly to emergency situations.
- Ability to effectively problem solve and adapt to change.
Education & Training
- Minimum of a high school degree or equivalent required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
- Obtain and maintain a State of Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License within 12 months of hire.
- Obtain and maintain National Swimming Pool Foundation Certified Pool / Spa Operator Certificate within 12 months of hire.
- Obtain and maintain a Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) within 12 months of hire.
- Obtain and maintain first-aid certification.
- Obtain and maintain adult CPR/AED certification.
To apply follow this job link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=70691&clientkey=F1A56F33BE72F931A967010AC36BA6CB
Woodridge Park District
Contact
Connie Curry 630-353-3327 ccurry@woodridgeparks.orgClosing Date
Open Until Filled$50,000 - $55,000 DOQ
The Assistant Superintendent of Parks assists in the management of the day-to-day development, maintenance and care of the Medinah Park District’s park lands, buildings and facilities in accordance with the general policies established by the Park Board of Commissioners.
Essential Duties
1. Assists in preparing annual fiscal budget for the Parks/Maintenance Division.
2. Assists in the direction of the maintenance of buildings to include refuse removal, repair and cleaning of facilities and equipment, monitoring controls, HVAC units and installation of fixtures.
3. Assists in the supervision of the daily operational work of parks division staff (full, part & seasonal) to include hiring, orientation, training, scheduling of working hours, annual evaluations, discipline and termination.
4. Coordinates and oversees, with a hands-on approach, the management and care of turf acreage to include soil preparation, seeding and sodding, species selection, weed control, aeration, mowing and trimming and irrigation.
5. Coordinates and oversees maintenance of playground areas to include installation of surfacing and containment materials and safety inspections.
6. Coordinate and operate snow removal from all District parking lots, Metra parking lots and all designated walkways.
7. Attends Park District board meetings in absence of Superintendent of Parks.
8. Coordinate all athletic field maintenance.
9. Works with Superintendent to oversee and inspect all ongoing work performed by outside contractors.
10. Assists with the construction and set up of facilities and grounds for large events and facility rentals.
11. Develop and monitor preventative maintenance processes, procedures and schedules.
12. Direct the ongoing maintenance of the Metra commuter parking lots to include capital projects, seasonal general maintenance and oversight of outside contractors. Maintain annual records.
13. Participate in the District’s long range planning processes.
14. Maintain, through ongoing training, certifications for the spraying of pesticides and herbicides and conduct these applications according to guidelines and regulations as are or may be established.
15. Ascertain and maintain compliance with local, state and federal regulations pertaining to buildings, grounds and facility design, upkeep and maintenance.
16. Assists with the coordination of ongoing Meacham Creek Park & Meacham Wildlife Preserve restoration area maintenance and monitoring, to include working with outside vendors.
17. Assists in maintaining, in safe working order, the Maintenance Barn’s well and septic systems, including inspections, well chlorination and working with appropriate contractors.
Other Duties
1. Actively follow safe practices and procedures in the performance of all job functions.
2. Assist in keeping accurate records and maintain inventory of park supplies and equipment.
3. Assist in organizing the maintenance of agency fleet vehicles and ground implements and maintain records of same.
4. Coordinate the prompt repair of vandalized property and equipment and/or its replacement as appropriate.
5. Assist in maintaining active files of various contractors.
6. Attend and participate in monthly District Safety Team and regular staff meetings as required
7. Assist in performing monthly building/safety inspections as required and according to schedule.
8. Actively seek out and correct or report any hazardous conditions of District properties or facilities.
9. Respond, if called, to building security alarms or emergency situations in facilities or park locations.
10. Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent of Parks.
Position Qualifications:
Education: An Associate’s Degree with a major in Natural Resource Management, Parks &
Recreation or closely related field. A degree may be replaced by three (3)
years of experience.
Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of full time experience in park/natural resource
maintenance. General knowledge of turf management, vehicle repair, basic
electrical, carpentry & plumbing repair, construction management, playground
safety and park planning.
Certifications: First aid, CPR and AED certification within 6 months of hire
CDL Driver License
Certified Playground Safety Inspector certification
Herbicide/Pesticide application certification
Required Skills: Ability to operate motor vehicles, ground implements and heavy machinery to
include tractors, backhoes, loaders.
Ability to read and comprehend specifications, operations manuals, safety
manuals and labels.
Strength and dexterity to perform routine engine and vehicle maintenance.
Strength, dexterity and range of motion to operate pesticide and herbicide
spraying equipment.
Strength and flexibility to lift, without assistance, 40 pounds at minimum.
Visual acuity to conduct field inspections.
Required Hours: The Assistant Superintendent of Parks shall typically work a 40 hour a week schedule and shall be considered on call at all times when there is a need for his/her services, except during approved leaves of absence.
Hiring Range: $50,000 – $55,000 DOQ
Medinah Park District
Contact
Maria Piworski 224-524-0003 maria@medinahparkdistrict.orgClosing Date
Open Until FilledStarting at 24.99 per hour DOQ
Apply at Streamwood Park District website
https://www.applitrack.com/streamwood/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Parks+Maintenance&AppliTrackJobId=308&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
https://www.applitrack.com/streamwood/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Parks+Maintenance&AppliTrackJobId=308&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
Job Summary
Under the direction and supervision of the Parks Manager, the Horticulture Supervisor is responsible for supervising and leading part-time and seasonal staff, and performing a variety of horticulture, forestry, park maintenance, and recreation support activities. This is a hands-on position with a majority of time to be spent working in the field. The Horticulture Supervisor is on-call as needed, with overtime, nights and weekends required as-needed. This is an at-will position.
This position requires background checks, Driver Extract and Pre-Employment Physical and Drug Screening.
Qualifications/Education
- Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Preference given to candidates with an Associate’s Degree in Turf Management, Horticulture, Urban Forestry or a related field.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Preference given to candidates with Certified Arborist credentials.
- Must have a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
- Must possess a valid State of Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License or must have the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hiring. The District will pay for training and testing costs.
- Must be CPR and AED certified within six (6) months of hiring. The District will pay for training and testing costs.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Employee is responsible for hiring and supervising part-time and seasonal staff by communicating job expectations, job training, coaching duties and responsibilities, performance evaluation, recognition and discipline.
- Employee must demonstrate, lead and support the Park District’s mission statement, vision and core values.
- Employee must establish, support and maintain collaborative efforts with internal and external customers and organizations.
- Employee must organize, prioritize and direct multiple projects, labor and equipment needs.
- Employee must document labor hours and materials used on work orders to specific job requirements.
- Employee must assist in managing overall work plan of park maintenance.
- Employee must apply herbicides, fungicides and pesticides to destroy undesirable growth and pests, while following all local, state, and federal safety and regulatory guidelines.
- Employee must perform ornamental horticulture maintenance which includes, but is not limited to, planting trees, watering, fertilization and other duties as needed.
- Employee is responsible for the design, planting, and maintenance of flowerbeds, shrubs and plantings.
- Employee must maintain grounds through litter pickup, recycling and other activities.
- Employee must maintain a clean work environment, including areas assigned to the Horticulture department as well as shared spaces.
- Employee is responsible for the operation and preventative maintenance of Park District vehicles, tractors, grounds equipment and implements and ensuring it is performed and reported. The maintenance may include, but is not limited to washing, checking fluids and any other maintenance as needed.
- Employee is responsible for inventory, preventative maintenance, and repair requests for all equipment and vehicles assigned to the Horticulture department.
- Employee is responsible for inventories and keeping updates for the plant material in all parks as to location, type, size and health.
- Employee must be skilled in landscape maintenance and arboriculture, and perform, train, and supervise tree removal, tree pruning, stump removal, tree chipping, tree risk assessments, and other tasks as assigned.
- Employee must develop a landscape budget and review and approve landscape invoices.
- Employee must design, select, budget, propose, and procure all planting material throughout the District based on each park’s unique needs.
- Employee must work with and oversee contracted maintenance for items that are not performed in-house, including work pertaining to trees, landscaping, ponds, and construction.
- Employee must operate snow removal equipment on District roads, parking lots and common sidewalks. Snow removal schedules vary, but often include required early morning, late night, and weekend shifts.
- Employee must maintain a pro-active approach to safety and risk management and perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Streamwood Park District’s safety program and manual.
- Employee must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Employee must perform all other duties as assigned.
Secondary Duties & Responsibilities
- Employee is responsible for supervising part-time and seasonal employees for other duties including, but not limited to recreation programs and special events as needed.
- Employee must be able to attend workshops and seminars pertaining to employee’s position, as needed, for new ideas, developments and techniques.
- Employee must maintain the trails and bridges, which includes, but is not limited to debris removal, grading, sealcoating, crack-filling, repair, and renovation.
- Employee is responsible for, but not limited to, managing the safety and cleanliness of property and equipment by identifying, repairing and inspecting park facilities, equipment and property for wear, damage, vandalism, etc.
- Employee must uphold defined park standards, including accountability for specifically assigned Tier 1 and Tier 2 sites
- Employee must clean and maintain any and all park pavilions, restrooms and other assigned buildings.
- Employee must arrange facilities for recreation programs and special events as needed.
- Employee may be required to work special events on nights and on weekends.
Cognitive Considerations
- Employee must be able to follow directions and communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
- Employee must have the ability to read and understand materials, such as complex service manuals, wiring diagrams and maintenance and operating manuals printed in English.
- Employee must be able to make decisions objectively based on customer service and fiscal constraint.
- Employee is responsible for keeping organized records and reports.
Environmental & Physical Demands
- Employee may be required to work both inside and outside during various environmental conditions, such as, but not limited to rain and mud, extremely hot and cold temperatures, exposure to dust, fumes, dirt, and noise, insect bites, and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
- Employee must operate and handle assigned equipment which may include, but is not limited to tractors, heavy equipment, trucks and automotive equipment.
- Employee must have the physical agility to maintain mobility from site to site and be able to perform moderate manual tasks (a thorough pre-employment physical examination will be required after conditional job offer.)
- Employee may perform duties which include, but are not limited to prolonged lifting, standing, stooping, bending, twisting, and climbing for extended periods of time.
Psychological Considerations
- Employee must be able to work independently in day-to-day operations with general direction of the Parks Manager.
- Employee must have the ability to delegate work, where appropriate, in order to accomplish work most effectively.
- Employee must demonstrate leadership qualities to perform required work.
- Employee must be able to work in a team atmosphere, while promoting the Park District’s mission statement, vision and core values.
- Employee must have the ability to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations.
- Employee must have the ability to recognize priorities and meet deadlines.
- Employee must have the ability to receive constructive criticism and/or supervision.
- Employee must have the ability to be flexible and adaptable to new situations.
- Employee must possess enthusiasm and drive with a desire to accomplish goals and objectives.
Benefits
- Health Insurance Coverage - Medical, Dental, Hearing and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance 2x Salary - Paid by Employer
- Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) eligible
- Annual PTO: 10 Vacation Days, 3 Floating Holidays, 3 Personal Days, 12 Sick Days
- Other benefits including Park Place Fitness Center or Aquatics Membership
- Discount on Facility Rentals
Apply at Streamwood Park District website
https://www.applitrack.com/streamwood/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Parks+Maintenance&AppliTrackJobId=308&AppliTrackLayoutMode=detail&AppliTrackViewPosting=1
The Streamwood Park District is an equal opportunity employer.
Interviewing and hiring now!
Interviewing and hiring now!
Streamwood Park District
Contact
Ian Pickett ipickett@spdcares.comClosing Date
Open Until Filled$80,000- $100,000. Depending on Qualifications
The position comes with an extremely favorable employee benefits package:
100% Employer Paid HMO BCBS Health Insurance OR Low cost PPO BCBS
100% Employer Paid Dental Insurance
100% Employer Paid Life Insurance
100% Employer Paid EAP
Wellness Program- up to $425 yearly participation incentive
Free/Discounted Park District Programs
Participation in the IMRF pension fund.
The starting pay rate is $80,000- $100,000. Depending on Qualifications
GENERAL PURPOSE:
Manages the Parks and Maintenance Operations for the Plainfield Township Park District. Oversees the maintenance of the Park District’s parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, facilities, and equipment. This individual is responsible for identifying and implementing strategic methods of operation which will improve processes leading to the success of the organization. As a key member of the senior leadership team, this individual will serve as an important contributor to the strategic direction of the Park District.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Represents Parks and Maintenance and actively participates as a member of the District’s leadership team.
- Manages Parks budget inclusive of annual forecasting, actuals and monitoring to ensure strict adherence according to board approved plans.
- Accountable for the establishment and evaluation of departmental strategies and goals. Ensures that departmental goals and objectives are in alignment with District wide goals and objectives
- Plans, organizes, directs and controls activities of the Parks Department; providing leadership to reporting managers ensuring overall objectives are met on a consistent basis.
- Reviews, approves, plans for projects according to the Master Plan strategy involving output, budget, labor and materials efficiencies, operational effectiveness, customer/patron service and human utilization.
- Accountable for long term maintenance planning/preventive maintenance programs
- Responsible for managing the overall success of: maintenance scheduling and completion of priority projects; park facility maintenance and inspections, the playground and park safety program, special events/activities.
- Maintains strategic working relationship with local and county police departments; ensuring coordination of patrol services and support for all parks locations.
- Provides leadership and direction to parks and maintenance department staff and manages work flow of department.
- Responsible for the management of employees including hiring, promotion, disciplinary action and termination.
- Manages the purchasing of departmental supplies, services and equipment in accordance with District purchasing policy.
- Works in coordination with all internal departments to reach overall strategic objectives of the District.
- Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.
- Performs any additional related tasks as required.
- Collaborates with internal and external customers in a positive manner.
REQUIREMENTS
- 7 years progressively responsible experience in parks/recreation maintenance and/or operations management.
- Bachelor’s degree in park and recreation administration, park management, landscape architecture, forestry, building management, turf management, horticulture, or related field, or 10 years relevant work experience.
- 5+ years management experience
- Valid driver’s license required
- Solid understanding of modern management/leadership practices relating to the parks, recreation and leisure field, and the philosophy and principles of public parks and recreation services
- Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP) required; or ability to acquire within 1 year of hire.
- Certified Playground Safety Inspector (CPSI) required; or ability to acquire within 1 year of hire.
- Illinois Pesticide Applicators License required, or ability to acquire within six months of hire.
- Ability to develop and maintain working relationships with agencies, business and community as a representative of the park district.
- Experience in managing departmental budgets
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Solid decision-making ability
- Must have strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills
- Strong organizational and project management experience
Plainfield park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Plainfield Park District
Contact
Linda Shredl shredl@plfdparks.orgClosing Date
Open Until FilledStarting at $15-$17/hour Depending on Qualifications
Many Openings in Mowing, Fields, Horticulture and Playground maintenance!
Opportunity to work 40 hours per week for the Summer!
Opportunity to work Seasonal up to 10 months or as a year-round Part-Time Employee
Most positions require minimum of 18 years of age and current valid Driver's License.
Shift availability Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm or 7am-3:30pm, Full day and shorter shifts.
Some weekends available as needed.
Interviewing & Hiring Now - Come work for us and enjoy the great outdoors!
Check out our Open Jobs and apply at:
Streamwood Park District - Parks Jobs
Opportunity to work 40 hours per week for the Summer!
Opportunity to work Seasonal up to 10 months or as a year-round Part-Time Employee
Most positions require minimum of 18 years of age and current valid Driver's License.
Shift availability Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm or 7am-3:30pm, Full day and shorter shifts.
Some weekends available as needed.
Interviewing & Hiring Now - Come work for us and enjoy the great outdoors!
Check out our Open Jobs and apply at:
Streamwood Park District - Parks Jobs
