Grounds Attendant I

Field Museum • Chicago, IL

2d • $19 • Onsite

About The Position

This position includes a variety of duties that involve year around care and maintenance of exterior grounds. The position will be responsible for lawn and plant care, snow removal, and maintaining clean, safe, and clear access to and from the Museum. Under supervision of the lead groundskeeper, maintenance supervisor, managers, and Facility Planning and Operations director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Grounds keeping or landscaping experience.
• Valid Illinois drivers license
• Ability to work in exterior settings year around in a wide range of temperature and weather conditions
• Ability to come into work early and stay late when weather conditions require, ie; snow, wind damage, or flooding
• Lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching upward/downward, grasping, walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, sitting, standing, driving

Nice To Haves

• Snow removal experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Cares for and maintains grass, shrubs, plants, trees, sidewalks, paving blocks, steps, landings, parking lot, and drains by use of broom, rake, edge trimmer, leaf blower, lawn mower, Bobcat, and pick-up truck
• Uses shovels, snow blower, Bobcat, and pick-up truck with plow to remove snow and ice from Museum entrances, exterior stairs, landings, sidewalks, driveway, and parking lot
• Performs daily rounds of Museum property picking up refuse and emptying exterior garbage containers
• Maintain safe, clean, and clear entrances to the Museum at all times
• Works with team leader to perform scheduled maintenance and monitor inventory of lawn and snow removal tools and equipment to keep them in safe, working order
• Raises and lowers American and Chicago flags including setting flags at half staff
• Communicate professionally and effectively with the public, coworkers, supervisory staff, and contractors in performance of daily grounds keeping tasks
• Maintain safe and clean office, work areas, tool/equipment storage areas
• Assists facilities maintenance staff when needed
• Performs other appropriate duties as assigned by team leader, supervisor, managers, or director

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including medical, dental, vision plans, and even pet insurance.
• Financial Security: Life and disability benefits plus a 403(b) savings plan to help you plan for the future.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off, paid sick leave, and paid holidays to ensure you have time to recharge and spend with loved ones.
• Exclusive Perks: Enjoy great employee discounts and complimentary general admission to participating cultural institutions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED