Maintenance Technician 2

Morton Grove Park District • Morton Grove, IL

14h • $45,000 - $65,000

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician 2 is responsible for performing a variety of park labor duties to maintain and/or repair park properties and equipment. Maintenance Technicians are responsible for performing the duties outlined in this analysis. Maintenance Technicians are full-time employees, and work is performed at a moderate, constant pace, but may vary slightly depending on the demands of the job required. Maintenance Technicians may perform duties in the medium heavy work level (lifting 75 lbs. frequently).

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School graduate with a minimum of two years' experience in park district maintenance or a related field is required.
• Basic knowledge and experience in grounds or facility maintenance is required.
• An operator’s license for application of herbicides is required within 90 days after employment begins.
• Certified Pool Operator experience is preferred, but if not, certification must be obtained within six months of hire.
• Must have a valid Illinois driver license with no revocation or suspension within the last three years.
• A pre-placement physical is required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pool Operator experience is preferred, but if not, certification must be obtained within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Mowing park district turf.
• Operation of park district vehicles and machinery.
• General road repair: asphalt patching.
• Turf maintenance – fertilizing, seeding, aerating, weed eradicating.
• Snow and ice removal.
• Planting and trimming of trees and shrubs.
• Maintenance of outdoor winter facilities.
• Repairing and installing park and playground equipment and site amenities.
• Sports field preparation including dragging, rolling and marking lines.
• Removing all garbage and refuse materials from parks and facilities.
• Repair and routine maintenance of two outdoor pools, which includes keeping accurate records.
• Positive interaction and cooperation with all staff and the public.
• Routine parks, facilities, and equipment cleaning maintenance and repairs.
• Participation in the Park District Safety Program and its directives.
• Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the District’s safety program.
• Using good safety awareness and judgement.
• Meets and deals with the public in a professional, helpful and pleasant manner.
• Acts as a good will ambassador for the District at all times.
• Maintains a professional, cooperative working relationship with other staff members.
• Must be available by district cell phone.
• Special projects may include electrical, plumbing, construction or other areas outside of the Maintenance 2 job description.
• Assisting landscape specialists and contractors with horticulture tasks.
• Assisting project specialists with repair of park buildings, roofs, doors, windows and electrical or plumbing work.
• Works with vendors to order supplies and write purchase orders.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits package, including paid holidays and time off, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, voluntary life insurance options, a defined benefit pension plan (IMRF), pool and gym membership, and opportunities to participate in recreational programs at free or reduced costs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees