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Position:

 

Full-Time Parks Maintenance Level 1 – Peck Farm Caretaker 

 

Summary:

Under the direction of the Peck Farm Manager and the Assistant Superintendent of Parks, the Peck Farm Caretaker shall perform maintenance tasks which focus on the timely care of Peck Farm Park. This includes care of the farm buildings, butterfly house, nature playground, flower beds and park grounds. This position works a scheduled five-day work week, which may include a regularly scheduled weekend day during the peak season of active park use, that being mid-April thru Mid-October. During this time, one of the scheduled work days will be either a Saturday or Sunday. The work week for the remainder of the year is typically Monday thru Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Duties after the April to October season may include working with Parks staff members in general park maintenance duties outside of Peck Farm. Overtime may be required.

 

Supervisor:

The Peck Farm Caretaker reports to Peck Farm Park Manager and Assistant Superintendent of Parks, and the Executive Director. 

 

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications include completion of a high school education and basic knowledge of landscape maintenance skills.  Additional knowledge of turf, trees, shrubs, flowers, building maintenance, and equipment operation is preferred. A valid Illinois Drivers License is required. An Illinois Department of Agriculture license to apply plant protectants is preferred. 

 

Essential Functions:

1.      Season long care and daily maintenance of parks, buildings and athletic facilities. 

2.      Perform mowing, custodial maintenance, general maintenance, landscaping and repairs for continual upkeep and cleanliness of buildings, grounds, and facilities. 

3.      Set up of facilities for rental events, District programs and/or classes.

4.      Supervision of part-time or seasonal employees may be required.  

5.      Ability to safely operate Park District vehicles and equipment.  

6.      Remain on call for snow removal, repairs and maintenance as deemed necessary.

7.      All other duties as assigned. 

 

Marginal Functions:

1.      Assist all employees of the Park District as needed.

2.      Attend training opportunities and attain certifications relevant to position.

 

Cognitive and physical requirements:

1.      Resolve differences and problems that arise with patrons and work together with other employees.

2.      The Parks Department employees must exhibit good problem-solving ability and good judgment in keeping with the mission of the Park District.

3.      Will be exposed to weather elements when performing outdoor functions. Some activities are performed indoors.

 

Safety Program:

1.      Understand the Park District’s safety procedures and requirements.

2.      Adherence to all safety protocols including accident reports, emergency safety procedures,

3.      Timely reporting of hazardous conditions or conduct of any employee under their supervision. 

4.     Report all incidents and potential hazards to the Safety Committee as soon as possible.

 

The Downers Grove Park District is seeking a Maintenance team member to provide a full range of general maintenance, construction, and development of parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, structures, roads, paths, parking lots, utilities, drainage, restroom and concession buildings, fleet vehicles, and other property owned and managed by the District.

 This is a full-time non-exempt position with benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, IMRF pension, retirement savings plan, and employee assistance.  This position is represented by Local 681 of the Laborers’ International Union of North America.

Hours: This is a full-time, year-round, hourly position. Schedule is generally Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and night/weekend work as required as part of an on-call rotation. This position may also require to work with special events.

Requirements:

Equal Employment Opportunity
The Downers Grove Park District is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors.

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QUALIFICATIONS: High school graduate or equivalent required with degree, or some college coursework preferred. Must have 5 years of grounds maintenance experience, two years supervising others. An Illinois Pesticide Applicator’s License pertaining to turf management is required. Proficient math and mechanical aptitude required. Strong computer skills in Microsoft Excel and Word with the aptitude to learn and utilize other systems. Must have effective communication skills with good organizational and time management skills. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects. Must be able to accomplish manual labor, strenuous at times, in all types of weather conditions including extreme heat and humidity and cold.

DUTIES: Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Park Operations, the Park Grounds Supervisor oversees grounds maintenance operations, including ornamental maintenance, repairs and renovations directly related to their respective locations and assists the district when needed. This position will coordinate all duties associated with grounds and, in a lesser capacity, facility maintenance. The Park Grounds Supervisor will supervise and organize full-time and part-time personnel including making all staffing recommendations for their assigned location. Will utilize the computer daily to perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to; budgeting, timekeeping, work orders, personnel and project management and producing various reports. Additionally, maintains and monitors facility budget, coordinates the management of contractors, conducts snow removal, maintains assigned equipment, and makes recommendations for purchasing maintenance supplies and equipment. The Park Grounds Supervisor is considered a ‘Working Supervisor’ and will regularly perform manual maintenance tasks on a daily basis. This is an at-will position.

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 170 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District…Where Fun Begins!

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity. Minority candidates encouraged to apply.

The Naperville Park District is Looking for a skilled forestry worker with minimum of 3 years experience in arboriculture. Main responsibilities include: removal of trees, pruning, planting of trees and shrubs, edging and mulching, tree identification, ability to access tree diseases and defects, as well as winter snow removal operations and general park maintenance. Ability to obtain Illinois Pesticide Operator License and Class C Drivers License required.

Schedule:
Monday-Friday 6:30am - 2:00pm, some weekend work

Start Date:
Immediately

Job Type:
Full time

Benefits:
Health Insurance, Dental, Insurance, Vision, IMRF, Sick time, Personal time, Vacation time, Referral bonus

Free Fitness Center membership, free Centennial Beach membership, discount on golf rounds at Springbrook & Naperbrook Golf Course. Free or reduced rate on programs.


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