Description

Groundsworker

Requirements

JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction and supervision of the Parks Maintenance Manager, or assigned supervisor, perform maintenance and construction tasks in parks to maintain and improve the appearance and quality of the park system.  

Full Time Benefits
•    Full Time employees, and family members living in their household, receive a FREE membership to our Lifestyles Fitness Center and the Pelican Harbor Aquatic Park. 
•    Full Time employees, and their family members living in their household, receive 50% discount on eligible programs.  
•    Participation in our mandatory pension fund with IMRF-Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
•    Life insurance is paid by the park district.
•    Optional Medical insurance from 5% to 15% of cost, depending on selections.
•    Optional Dental & Vision Insurance at 15% of cost, depending on selections.
•    Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time (PT for Hourly staff only).  
•    10 Paid Holidays (includes 1 floating holiday)
•    Optional Supplemental Insurances:  Life, Accident, Critical Care, Cancer, Hospital, and Whole Life available during open enrollment.
•    FSA Healthcare & Dependent Care
•    457 Retirement Plan (Security Benefits Group & Nationwide)
•    Free CPR/AED Training & Certification. 
•    Employee Recognition Program

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING

High school diploma or equivalent. Degree in related field preferred.
At least two years’ experience in park maintenance, forestry, landscape design, horticulture, or related field.
Valid driver's license is required and the ability to drive a truck & trailer is preferred.

Illinois pesticide operators license is highly desirable and preferred.
Must be able to carry 50 lbs. for 25 yards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
A reasonable mechanical aptitude and interest in machinery and equipment used to maintain parks. 

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions
Ability to work in all types of weather

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Duties

Perform general outdoor building maintenance.

Build, repair, and paint picnic tables and benches.

Install, repair and paint fences, backstops and play equipment.

Drag, line, and prepare athletic fields and courts.

Remove all garbage, paper, leaves, and refuse material from parks.

Conduct vehicle and equipment inspections.

Perform all turf care including mowing, edging, trimming, fertilizing, irrigating and rolling.

Assist other departments with moving items and materials from one building to another.

Remove snow from walks, drives, lots and trails.

Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Complete and submit daily and weekly reports as directed.

Attend staff meetings and in-service training sessions as required.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Abide by the Bolingbrook Park District dress code for your area.

Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program.

Work as a Team Player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments.

Marginal Duties

Plant seeds and bulbs, trees, shrubbery and flowers.

Cultivate, water and fertilize shrubs, flower and tree beds.

Prune and trim trees and shrubs for improved growth and appearance.

Assist with prescribed burns.

Build and maintain outdoor ice rinks.

Application of pesticides to control insects and weeds.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Parks Maintenance Manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Walking:  while mowing, pruning and trimming; while inspecting parks               

Climbing:  to climb ladder to prune trees

Talking/Hearing:  to communicate with staff and public

Sitting:  to drive a vehicle and/or riding mower

Reaching:  to retrieve tools, to repair roofs, plumbing and electrical

Pulling:  while pruning and trimming; to prepare athletic fields, to water plant materials

Pushing:  while mowing, trimming and pruning; to plant trees and shrubs, to remove snow

Stooping:  to pick up planting materials, to remove garbage

Crouching:  to pick up planting materials, to remove garbage

Lifting:  to pick up planting materials, to remove garbage, to put away supplies, to carry 50 pounds for 25 yards

Seeing:  to obtain information from written material, to drive a vehicle

Will be required to use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment.

Will be exposed to all types of weather conditions.
Will be exposed to poison ivy and biting or stinging insects.

Will be exposed to smoke during prescribed burns.

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Must have the ability to read and write and organize materials. Ability to drive a vehicle, construction equipment or powered lawn equipment. Must be able to relate to other people in a professional manner. Must exhibit good safety awareness and judgement.

FLSA
This is a full time, hourly, non-exempt position.

IMRF
This position is required to participate in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.

HOURS

Generally 6:30am - 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. However, weekend work and extended work days are often required due to the nature of this position.  Required to work special events as assigned by the Parks Maintenance Manager.

Summary

Thank you for your application!  We look forward to reviewing your application.