Trades Technician I (full-time, $26.00-$28.00/hour)

Job Opportunity: Trades Technician

The Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning public agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational facilities, programs, events, parks, and open spaces. We are proud to offer an extensive benefits package for employees. Our mission is to Take Time for Fun, for both our residents and our employees!

This is a great opportunity for an entry-level Trades Technician! You'll work as part of a dedicated team that is responsible for our buildings, including maintenance, repair, inspections, large scale projects, and so much more! Our team also oversees the operations of our swimming pool facilities, and no experience is necessary all training is provided! We supply all of your tools, PPE, and a uniform. We also have a fleet of trucks for our team members to use for their work.

Qualifications

Qualified applicants must be at least 18 years old with a high school diploma or equivalent along with a valid Illinois class "C" driver's license. The best applicants will have at least one (1) year of related work experience or have taken trades courses. Other requirements include sufficient physical ability for the position, ability to work in a safe and effective manner, excellent time management skills, and the ability to work together as part of a cohesive team.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

This is a full-time year-round non-exempt position. Schedule is generally Sunday Thursday from 7:45am 4:15pm and night/weekend work required as part of an on-call rotation program. Overtime work may be required based on need. Target hiring range is $26.00 - $28.00 per hour, DOQ (depending on qualifications). Our full-time benefits package includes:

• Free and/or discounted Park District classes, programs, events, and memberships for you and your family*! (*see definition*)
• Medical Insurance
• NEW! Zero Card
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• FSA Healthcare
• FSA Dependent Care
• Basic Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• AFLAC Indemnity Plans
• IMRF Pension (Retirement, Disability, Life)
• 457 Retirement Plan (Nationwide)
• Paid Vacation, Personal Days, Floating Holidays, and Sick Time
• Employee Wellness Programs and Incentives
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employees

Position will be open until filled. Schaumburg Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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