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Starting 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
Streamwood Park District
Contact
Ian Pickett ipickett@spdcares.comClosing 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.
Hiring Now - Come work for us and enjoy the great outdoors!
Interviewing Now!
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.
Hiring Now - Come work for us and enjoy the great outdoors!
Interviewing Now!
Check out our Open Jobs and apply at:
Streamwood Park District - Parks Jobs
Streamwood Park District
Contact
Ian Pickett ipickett@spdcares.comClosing Date
Open Until Filled$42,000-$45,000+ DOQ
Please apply on-line by visiting www.genevaparks.org/about/employment
Position:
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.
- Handling Park District materials up to 50 pounds. Assistance will be provided when necessary.
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.
