Seasonal Sommer Farm Maintenance Staff
About The Position
Under the supervision of the Manager of Sommer Park, the Seasonal Sommer Farm Maintenance Staff is responsible for the following: Set up and take down for special events. Delivery of special event equipment including tables, chairs, canopies, etc. Mowing with a push mower or riding mower. Trimming with power weed trimmers or manually. Emptying garbage barrels and picking up litter. Cleaning and maintaining public restrooms. Maintenance of all equipment. Report any unsafe athletic field conditions, vandalism, unusual conditions, emergency situations, or incidents to the Manager of Sommer Park immediately. Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Supporting all aspects of the Park District's safety program. Performing other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be 17 years of age or older.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Aptitude for on-the-job training.
- Requires a valid Illinois State Driver’s License.
- Ability to work well with Park District personnel.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and special events.
- Ability to wear steel-toe shoes and Park District staff shirt.
- Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public.
- Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.
- Work record that shows reliability, integrity, initiative, and resourcefulness.
- Ability to reach, walk, pull, kneel, squat and bend at the waist and knees.
- Ability to operate machinery relative to job duties.
- Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Responsibilities
- Set up and take down for special events.
- Delivery of special event equipment including tables, chairs, canopies, etc.
- Mowing with a push mower or riding mower.
- Trimming with power weed trimmers or manually.
- Emptying garbage barrels and picking up litter.
- Cleaning and maintaining public restrooms.
- Maintenance of all equipment.
- Report any unsafe athletic field conditions, vandalism, unusual conditions, emergency situations, or incidents to the Manager of Sommer Park immediately.
- Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed.
- Supporting all aspects of the Park District's safety program.
- Performing other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
