Position Summary
The Parks Maintenance I carries out general construction, maintenance tasks, and repairs to all Park District facilities.
Work will include evenings and weekends when needed as well as assisting with special events, along with other Parks Department duties as assigned. Overtime will be required as needed. From Memorial Day-Labor Day, rotating weekend shifts will be required. The Parks Maintenance I position is in the Parks Department and is a full-time, full-benefited, non-exempt position.
Minimum Requirements
- High school graduate
- 1-3 years working experience in parks maintenance industry
- Knowledge of general parks maintenance, such as repairing playgrounds, ballfield diamonds, benches, tables, fencing, and snow removal
- Be able to operate basic hand and power tools
- Ability to work exposed to all outdoor and indoor elements when performing duties
- Valid State of Illinois Driver's License CDL Class B is required within twelve (12) months of employment
- Illinois Pesticide operator license is required within twelve (12) months of employment
Benefits & Wages
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance for individual and family
- Paid life insurance
- A retirement plan with the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
- Paid vacation, personal days, holidays and sick time
- Unlimited in-house complimentary programs
- Seasonal pool passes for indoor and outdoor pools (individual and family)
- Fitness Center membership (individual and family)
- Discount at Palatine Hills Golf Course
To Apply: Visit our website https://www.palatineparks.org/employment-opportunities/