Athletic Field Maintenance Staff - Seasonal/Weekend

Glen Ellyn Park District • Glen Ellyn, IL

15h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Athletics and Superintendent of Parks, this position is responsible for the setup and maintenance of Baseball and Softball fields on weekends, e.g. dragging and lining of fields and the overall cleanliness of the park. Staff will work approximately 8-12 hours per weekend. Additional hours are available upon request. This is a Seasonal Position and is scheduled from April through November (at a maximum of 1,000 hours). Schedules may be flexible. This is an at-will position.

Requirements

• Ideal candidates will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable with a strong sense of responsibility and initiative to achieve safe, clean, and well-maintained athletic fields.
• Strong sense of safety with effective communication skills and a desire to provide quality customer service are essential.
• Must be in good physical condition to perform manual labor in various weather conditions including high heat/humidity and cold.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member of a crew.
• Candidates will need to pass a background check following an offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous field maintenance experience is preferred but not required.
• Prefer candidates 18 or older with a valid IL Driver’s License and reliable transportation to and from work.
• Familiarity with the Glen Ellyn area is a plus!
• We will consider those under 18 that would NOT be able to drive our vehicles but do have reliable transportation or other means to get to work.
• General knowledge and experience using hand and power tools as well as gasoline and electric powered equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Setup and maintenance of Baseball and Softball fields on weekends
• Dragging and lining of fields
• Overall cleanliness of the park

Benefits

• Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center membership while actively employed.
• (4) Free One-time Use Guest Passes for GEPD facilities (Ackerman, Holes & Knolls, & Sunset Pool)
• Competitive Wages
• Paid Training
• Opportunities for additional work.
• Referral Bonus of $50 to both after 30 days of employment and good standing.
• Recognition Incentives All Season.
• Letter(s) of Recommendation for college, internships, or future career opportunities.
• Plus, you get to work and interact with friends, enjoy the outdoors, and make an impact in someone else’s life!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees