Parks Maintenance Specialist

Downers Grove Park DistrictDowners Grove, IL
15h$23 - $26Onsite

About The Position

As a Parks Maintenance Specialist, you'll play a key role in keeping our parks and facilities beautiful, safe, and ready for the community to enjoy. This is a hands-on position that includes grounds and turf work, athletic field preparation, equipment operation, general repairs and maintenance across our park system.

Requirements

  • Formal training from an accredited technical school, college, or university OR at least five (5) years of occupationally specific training/experience beyond high school.
  • Working knowledge of grounds maintenance, athletic field preparation, and equipment operation
  • Ability to follow equipment safety protocols and complete incident reporting
  • Safety-focused and able to work efficiently in changing outdoor conditions
  • Able to prioritize tasks, respond to urgent needs, and work independently or as part of a team
  • Strong communication skills and a service-oriented attitude
  • Comfortable learning and using basic software tools as needed (work orders, email, etc.)
  • Reliable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented
  • Valid Illinois Driver's License required
  • Must obtain an Illinois pesticide operator’s license or be willing to obtain within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Grounds & Turf Management
  • Mow using proper techniques (height, patterns, frequency)
  • Perform aeration, seeding, fertilization, and weed control
  • Identify turf diseases and pests and follow seasonal maintenance schedules
  • Athletic Field Maintenance
  • Prepare ballfields and complete line marking for a variety of sports
  • Groom infields, manage clay maintenance, and support drainage needs
  • Install goals and athletic equipment and complete regular field safety inspections
  • Irrigation & Water Systems
  • Operate and maintain irrigation systems (valve adjustments, winterization)
  • Detect leaks and complete basic repairs while practicing water conservation
  • Work with backflow prevention knowledge and best practices
  • Carpentry, Construction & Finishing
  • Repair and install benches, bleachers, fences, and picnic tables
  • Maintain decks and boardwalks and assist with basic structural assessments
  • Complete surface prep, priming, and painting (including court and parking lot striping)
  • Equipment Operation & General Maintenance
  • Safely operate equipment such as zero-turn mowers, tractors, blowers, edgers, and pressure washers
  • Perform basic small engine maintenance
  • Handle trash removal, pathway cleaning, and playground inspections

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Pension through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
  • 401(a) plan, life insurance, disability coverage
  • Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
  • Credit for prior years of service with other employers toward vacation accrual
  • Facility discounts and professional development opportunities
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