Grounds Maintenance Seasonal

Gurnee Park District•Gurnee, IL

10h

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Grounds Operations Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance Seasonal is responsible for the care of turf, ornamentals, trees, sports fields, general park upkeep, and any other task assigned by the Grounds Operations Supervisor. The timeframe of this employment is from around May 15 to August 15.

Requirements

Experience/Education – Preferably a High School/College student or graduate with some experience in grounds maintenance or related field.
Skills/Competencies – Willingness to learn grounds maintenance and operate various vehicles and equipment.
Must have the ability to follow directions and work well with fellow team members.
Should possess the physical ability to carry out assigned duties and be able to lift and carry 50 lbs.
Reads and understands safety rules and regulations in the Parks Team Employee Manual.
Must possess basic computer knowledge.
Certifications – Must have a valid driver’s license.
Obtains training and certification where necessary.
Works cooperatively with fellow staff and public.
Works weekends, evenings or holidays when assigned.
Ability to work in a variety of extreme weather conditions.
Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.
Dresses appropriately in uniform and always acts professional.
Complete work orders in a timely manner.
Completes logging of daily work in MainTrac.

Responsibilities

Carries out tasks assigned by the Grounds Operations Supervisor or assigned team leader in a safe and timely manner.
Safe operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
Performs daily inspections on vehicles and equipment in use.
Inspection and reporting of unsafe conditions.
Removal of garbage and litter from park areas.
Performs routine landscape work such as mowing, string trimming, sidewalk edging, planting, pruning, weeding and raking.
Installation, pruning, and removal of trees with acceptable cultural practices.
Acts as crew leader when assigned.
Performs all tasks necessary to assure a safe environment at all park district facilities.
Cleans washrooms and facilities when assigned.
Inspects and repairs playground equipment when assigned.
Paints picnic tables, garbage cans, signs, buildings, and playground equipment when assigned.
Removes snow from sidewalks and circulation paths with various snow removal equipment.
Setup, maintain, and takedown of ice rinks and sled hill when weather permits.
Works on soccer/baseball fields when assigned.
Performs maintenance and repair on asphalt, stone, and woodchip trails.
Assists with setup, tear-down and the operation of district programing and special events.
Performs all other duties as assigned.