General Maintenance Worker

PARK DISTRICT OF OAK PARK•Oak Park, IL

42d•$20 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

The General Maintenance Worker is a Full-Time Position. We offer competitive compensation. Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending account, 457 plan(s), IMRF Pension, tuition reimbursement, vacation, holidays, sick time and personal days. This position is part of a collective bargaining agreement. Job Purpose: The Full-Time General Maintenance Worker assists in the upkeep of athletic fields and landscape lawn maintenance, ensuring they meet park standards to provide safe, functional, and visually appealing grounds and facilities for all Park District visitors. The General Maintenance Worker position will typically work Sunday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

Must be 18 years of age and have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) (Class B with air brakes endorsement) acquired within 6 months of hire so as to pass probation. Condition of continued employment
Good driving record and maintain valid Driver's License / CDL at all times. This position is part of pre-employment drug testing and a random drug and alcohol testing program.
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, some college preferred
Knowledge of operation of equipment and hand tools, common power tools and chain saws
Industrial/Warehouse experience or Building maintenance experience
Oral and written communication skills
Interpersonal skills and the ability to work on a team
Customer service focus
Ability to recognize safety hazards
Ability to walk, stand, work at heights and dig for extended periods of time
Ability to lift 50lbs,over 80lbs with assistance
Certification in advanced Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) within 3 months of employment and keep certification current. The District provides this training.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with computers
Ability to read, write and/or speak Spanish
Operation of high ranger
Experience operating large trucks and equipment
Understanding of irrigation systems
Experience with painting, plumbing, woodworking and welding, concrete and electrical

Responsibilities

Will Perform all aspects of landscape mowing and trimming including operating zero turn mowers, and hand held landscape equipment, (blowers, string trimmers, and edgers) at all Park locations
Performs athletic field maintenance duties including aerating, mowing, infield maintenance, weed removal, top dressing.
Cleans parks of debris and trash
Adjusts, repairs, inspects and maintains playground equipment
Performs winterizing and spring set-ups of grounds and facilities
Maintains fencing
Removes snow and debris from parks and facilities
Rakes tot lots
Prepares fields for soccer, baseball, and other outdoor sports
Repairs and installs parts on a variety of equipment
Loads and unloads equipment for daily use
Performs safety checks of grounds and equipment
Completes daily building inspections
Cleans and maintains comfort stations
Performs preventive maintenance of all Park District buildings
Performs adjustments of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, paint and plaster on District buildings
Transports equipment and personnel in a variety of District vehicles
Cleans and checks vehicles daily
Keeps tools and equipment in good repair
Keeps accurate records of mileage, equipment maintenance, purchases, etc.
Trains and cooperates with seasonal workers
Purchases small hardware items
Provides a favorable image of the Park District while working in parks, by answering questions and giving directions
Assists in set-up and take-down for special events
Provides occasional instruction for seasonal workers