Grounds and Landscaping Specialist
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Road Maintenance Manager, the Grounds and Landscaping Specialist is responsible for performing maintenance, native stewardship and ornamental plantings on all Township grounds and reserves as directed, from prioritized projects through the maintenance request process and/or as instructed by the Road Maintenance Manager. Responsibilities include planting, pruning, weeding, top-soil dressing and seeding, cultivating trees and flowers, mowing, string trimming, invasive species removal, and assisting with facilities maintenance tasks as needed. The Grounds and Landscaping Specialist position ensures all Township grounds and reserves are maintained, that all equipment is in efficient running order, and is cared for properly.
Requirements
- Three years of experience in a landscape maintenance role focused on native stewardship and ornamental plantings
- Ability to acquire class “B” CDL, State Herbicide Applicators license, and Playground Safety Inspector Certification within 12 months of hiring
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office related applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree in Horticulture, Forestry, or Natural Resources Management preferred
Responsibilities
- Performing maintenance, native stewardship and ornamental plantings on all Township grounds and reserves
- Planting, pruning, weeding, top-soil dressing and seeding
- Cultivating trees and flowers
- Mowing, string trimming
- Invasive species removal
- Assisting with facilities maintenance tasks as needed
- Ensuring all Township grounds and reserves are maintained
- Ensuring all equipment is in efficient running order and is cared for properly
Benefits
- Major medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
- Retirement PENSION through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund
- 457(b) Plan Retirement Plan
- Yearly training allowance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 12 PAID Holidays per year
- 5 PAID Vacation Days after 30 days of employment
- 10 Vacation Days after one year of employment
- 12 PAID Sick Days per year
- 1 PAID Floating Holiday per calendar year
- Up to 40 hours of Paid Leave for All Workers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
