Maintenance Worker I

GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT•Glenview, IL

2d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance I – Landscaping position is generally responsible for performing a wide variety of general labor tasks, including landscape maintenance, pruning, cleaning, general repairs, painting and seasonal duties. This position will have an emphasis on Landscape maintenance along with other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old
High school diploma or equivalent
At least one (1) to three (3) years of relevant experience
A valid Illinois driver’s license
Must be able to obtain First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification upon hire
May be required to obtain State of Illinois Turf & Pest Control operator’s license

Responsibilities

Assist our in-house Horticultural Specialist with tree and flower plantings, removal of invasive species and removal of decaying trees or limbs
Complete landscaping activities (mowing, raking, planting, urban forestry, chipping, etc.)
Familiar with heavy equipment operation
Maintain playground surfacing/removes garbage and disposes of properly
Perform all seasonal work assignments (e.g. snow removal, salting, ice rink maintenance, etc.)
Perform set-up and tear-down for programs and special events
Maintain all tools, equipment, and machinery as necessary
Inspect park furnishings and landscaping (walkways, parking lots, picnic tables, bleachers, grills, benches, backstops, etc.) – identifies and repairs/reports any failures or hazards
Snow removal
Other duties as assigned