Laborer Grounds

Lake County Forest Preserve DistrictLindenhurst, IL
$21 - $24Onsite

About The Position

The Laborer – Grounds Maintenance position assists in keeping buildings and grounds in a clean and orderly condition, and in maintaining and repairing minor utility system breakdowns. Mows and trims turf areas; collects and disposes of refuse; maintains piers, boat docks, ramps, garden amenities, barrier posts, fences, District signs, picnic tables, comfort stations, playground equipment, and shelters; includes lake management. Assists with interior building maintenance, including cleaning floors, restrooms, and fixtures. Assists tradespersons and other skilled laborers with various construction and/or repair projects. Assists with maintenance and operation of all machinery (i.e., mowers, tractors, pumps) used in grounds and building maintenance. Will be required to perform weekend preserve maintenance duties. Drives a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations. Performs tasks that will require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting. Performs heavy lifting tasks up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

  • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
  • Basic knowledge of grounds maintenance.
  • Basic knowledge of motorized equipment (i.e., front-end loader, tractor, riding mower, watercraft, and other pieces of motorized equipment) and vehicles.
  • Basic knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions pertaining to grounds maintenance and construction projects.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

  • Keep buildings and grounds in a clean and orderly condition.
  • Maintain and repair minor utility system breakdowns.
  • Mow and trim turf areas.
  • Collect and dispose of refuse.
  • Maintain piers, boat docks, ramps, garden amenities, barrier posts, fences, District signs, picnic tables, comfort stations, playground equipment, and shelters.
  • Perform lake management.
  • Assist with interior building maintenance, including cleaning floors, restrooms, and fixtures.
  • Assist tradespersons and other skilled laborers with various construction and/or repair projects.
  • Assist with maintenance and operation of all machinery (i.e., mowers, tractors, pumps) used in grounds and building maintenance.
  • Perform weekend preserve maintenance duties.
  • Drive a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations.

Benefits

  • Paid time off
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