PARKS GROUNDS WORKER

HOMEWOOD-FLOSSMOOR PARK DISTRICT•Homewood, IL

9h•$15 - $16•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Parks Foreman or assigned crew leader, the seasonal park maintenance worker performs various manual labor park maintenance and related tasks. The H-F Park District’s mission statement is “to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment”.

Requirements

High School graduate required.
Valid driver’s license required.
Like to work outdoors in all weather.
Evening, weekend and holiday work may be required.
Must be able to work Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm

Responsibilities

Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service.
Perform maintenance of park grounds including but not limited to weeding, mulching, watering, and trash pickup.
Perform manual labor and custodial duties in all aspects of park facility maintenance.
Report to supervisor any safety concerns noticed in parks and facilities.
Must follow, administer and implement Homewood-Flossmoor Park District policies and guidelines.
Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Do general work at the parks department as required.
Other related job duties as assigned.

Benefits

Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center
Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run
Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena
Individual Lions pool pass
20% off (1) facility rental/year
20% off birthday party package for child(ren)
20% off program fees
Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower
Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing)
457 Retirement Plan
Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year).
Additional benefits for facility employees only.
Paid CPR/AED training and certification.
Paid Leave Time Off