Labor Foreman

Chicago Park District•Chicago, IL

4d•$77,811 - $77,811•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision, is in charge of an assigned area within a district and is responsible for directing a crew of Laborers and other assigned workers engaged in the cleaning and maintenance of park and boulevard lawn areas. Performs related duties as required.

Requirements

At least two years of experience performing manual labor work, one year of which should be in a supervisory capacity.
Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License
Ability to operate maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
Ability to perform manual labor.
Ability to respond to routine inquiries from the public.
Supervisory skills

Responsibilities

Directs the cleaning and maintenance of parks, boulevards, athletic fields, concerts, picnic and special event areas, playgrounds, beaches, lagoons, in an assigned area within a district.
Directs and assigns duties and activities to Laborers and other workers.
Assigns and is responsible for tools, materials, supplies, both hand and powered equipment provided for maintenance purposes.
In winter months, plows snow, spreads salt and directs the performance of such work by Laborers and other assigned workers.
Operates any mechanical or power-driven apparatus or equipment essential to the performance of the duties of this position.

Benefits

Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
13-20 days of paid vacation time annually (13 days for first year of employment).
12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
4 paid personal days per year.
13 paid holidays per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave (upon meeting FMLA eligibility)
Pension plan through the Park Employees' and Retirement Board Employees' Annuity and Benefit Fund, a system covered by the State of Illinois' Reciprocal Act.
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
Optional pre-tax programs – Transit
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
Free Admission to most Chicago museums.