Park Maintenance 1 (Full-Time)

Glencoe Park District•Glencoe, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Glencoe Park District is a nationally accredited, Gold Medal Award-winning agency dedicated to enriching lives, building community, and fostering an inclusive, positive environment where everyone feels respected and valued. Join our team and be part of a mission-driven organization that invests in its staff, supports professional growth, and makes a meaningful impact on families every day! Under the supervision of the Park Operations Manager, Park Maintenance I staff are expected to perform assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offer suggestions for improving work processes or job efficiency, and act in the best interests of the Glencoe Park District and their fellow employees. During designated on-call periods, the employee must remain readily accessible via their assigned work phone, defined as the ability to respond in person to a Glencoe Park District facility within 60 minutes from their place of residence.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years old or older.
High school diploma or GED required.
One to two years of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field.
A valid Illinois Class D Driver’s License is required at the time of hire.
CPR/AED/First Aid Certification must be obtained within six months of hire.
Exhibits versatility, flexibility, and initiative to deal with changing assignments.
Basic understanding of grounds maintenance practices.
Basic understanding of the use of hand tools and grounds equipment.
Basic understanding of the operation of trucks and tractors.
Basic understanding of operating industrial equipment, including backhoes, front-end loaders, mowers, ball field drags, chainsaws, snow plows, dump trucks, power saws, drills, and general landscaping equipment.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively, listen actively and respectfully, maintain a positive and professional attitude, and accept and apply constructive feedback.
Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Supports and explains reasoning behind decisions.

Nice To Haves

Trade-specific certification preferred.
Pesticide Operator License (Turf, Right of Way, Ornamental).
Forklift operator Certification.
Chainsaw Operator Certification.
Specialized knowledge and skills in one or more of the following areas: turf management, plant identification, sports field maintenance, general landscaping, tree care or planting.

Responsibilities

Perform general landscape and horticultural work including planting and trimming trees and shrubs, general grading, operating construction equipment to renovate ball fields, aerating athletic fields, demolishing playgrounds, mowing and trimming fields, grading beaches, installing fences, and excavating drainage lines.
Perform repairs on playgrounds and general park equipment.
Construct, repair, paint, or clean picnic tables, benches, fences, and backstops.
Perform minor repairs on irrigation systems and drinking fountains.
Layout and mark athletic field lines according to the appropriate class of play: softball and baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and football fields.
Perform general building maintenance, including repairing heating systems, roofs, doors, windows, minor electrical, and plumbing.
Operate plow trucks, blowers, tractors, and shovels to remove snow from Park District ice rinks, walks, parking lots, and driveways.
Remove all trash from parks and playground areas.
Make and maintain ice for an outdoor rink.
Set up and maintenance of aquatic areas and activities for boating beach, bathing beach, and beach house.
Use restricted pesticides/herbicides safely per Glencoe Park District policy.
Support the Recreation and Facilities Department by setting up special events, programs, and rooms as directed.
Provide custodial services as directed.
Complete projects to aid in facility maintenance as directed, including painting, seasonal preparation, floor replacement, and recreation program supply repair.
Assist the Park Operations Manager in the supervision of outside contractors by reporting on work completed, the status of assignments, and general oversight.
Document inspections as directed.
Responsible for complete records of purchases for maintenance supplies.
Read, understand, and enforce the Park District’s “General Safety Rules” and “Safety Policy Statement.”
Actively support established safety programs to control and reduce the frequency and severity of accidents.
Review and summarize incidents and reports relating to health, safety, and loss control policies and procedures.
Use provided safety equipment on all jobs as needed.
Observe and report all unsafe practices and conditions that might result in an accident.
Coordinate with Village of Glencoe Public Works staff as required.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships among all staff.
In the absence of the Park Operations Manager, the staff may be provided direction by seasonal staff.
Use a computer for inspection-related software, if applicable.