Park Specialist III (Mow Crew Leader)

Elmhurst Park District•Elmhurst, IL

7d•$52,600 - $73,639

About The Position

The Mow Crew Leader performs, plans, directs, and supervises all aspects of the Park District mowing operation which includes mowing, trimming, edging along with spring and fall cleanups. They coordinate the day-to-day duties of 3 full-time mow crew staff and up to 5 seasonal staff. The position reports to the Landscape Supervisor and works closely with them on recommendations for mowing operations including schedules, routes, staffing and equipment needs. Other duties include seasonal turf maintenance, park inspections, tree removals and pruning, pesticide applications, mulching, parking lot repair, snow removal, trash collection, special events, and general park maintenance.

Requirements

3-4 years’ experience in landscape maintenance with increasing supervisory experience and a strong understanding of associated equipment is preferred.
Assertive attitude, well organized self-starter and ability to work and supervise independently.
A State of Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License and Class “C” driver’s license are required within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Small engine diagnostic/repair experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs, plans, directs, and supervises all aspects of the Park District mowing operation which includes mowing, trimming, edging along with spring and fall cleanups.
Coordinate the day-to-day duties of 3 full-time mow crew staff and up to 5 seasonal staff.
Works closely with the Landscape Supervisor on recommendations for mowing operations including schedules, routes, staffing and equipment needs.
Seasonal turf maintenance
Park inspections
Tree removals and pruning
Pesticide applications
Mulching
Parking lot repair
Snow removal
Trash collection
Special events
General park maintenance

Benefits

Defined contribution medical insurance plan (5 plan options)
Dental insurance plan
Vision insurance plan
District paid life insurance
Participation in IMRF (retirement, disability, death benefits)
Vacation days, personal days, sick leave and 9 paid holidays!
Sick bank leave, paid parental leave and paid bereavement leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Two deferred compensation programs (VOYA & Nationwide)
Voluntary Supplemental insurance coverage for short-term disability, accident, hospitalization
Flexible spending accounts for unreimbursed medical and dependent care
Free family Courts Plus Membership and Pool Passes!
Free/discounted District programs, merchandise and concessions
Educational assistance/tuition reimbursement
Professional organizational membership
Values Recognition Program
Service Awards Program
Employee social activities
Credit Union (Central Credit Union of Illinois)