Fall Seasonal Grounds Maintenance Staff

This website is AudioEye enabled and is being optimized for accessibility. To open the AudioEye Toolbar, press "shift + =". Some assistive technologies may require the use of a passthrough function before this keystroke. For more information, activate the button labeled "Explore your accessibility options". Frontline Applicant Tracking - Lombard Park District Position Type: Parks - Buildings & Grounds/ Seasonal Grounds Date Posted: 7/24/2026 Location: Parks Department Position Employment Type : Seasonal - Late August until early to mid-December Minimum Age Requirement : 18 years old Pay Range : $16.00/hr. Job Summary : The Parks department is looking for Seasonal Grounds Maintenance staff to perform mowing and other grounds maintenance work and assist with athletic field maintenance as well. Ideally looking for staff who are available to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm up to 40 hours per week. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating various types of equipment to maintain our parks and facilities, and aren't afraid to get your hands dirty, then this is the job for you! Work with a great team, support the community, and enjoy a boatload of benefits! Seasonal Parks staff are responsible for assisting FT staff with maintaining our parks and facilities to ensure a safe, clean and enjoyable experience. Primary duties and responsibilities include: assist with mowing and trimming assigned areas, assist with routine trash collection and related duties to ensure grounds and areas are clean, assist with athletic field preparation and maintenance; mowing, striping, trimming, raking, etc. assist with special event set-up and/or take-down as needed, accomplishing work assignments with limited supervision in a safe and productive manner, maintaining open communication with supervisory staff and providing quality customer service, reporting safety hazards and/or equipment repair while being responsible for district equipment and vehicles. Additional duties may include assisting with snow removal at entrances, sidewalks and/or other areas, attending required staff meetings and training, and other duties as assigned. This is an at-will position. Hours : Monday - Friday from 7:00 am - 3:30 pm or specific days during the week if not available for all five days. Qualifications : Previous landscaping and/or grounds maintenance experience is highly desired. Capacity to safely operate various grounds maintenance equipment including mowers, trimmers, etc. A valid IL Driver's License with the ability to safely operate trucks and follow rules of the road. Familiarity with the Lombard Park District and neighboring areas is a plus. Attention to detail and diligence in performing various maintenancetasks. Ability to work independently and as part of a team while following directions and safety protocols. Problem-solving skills with a strong sense of safety and the capacity to act calmly and effectively under pressure or in emergency situations. Good physical condition and sufficient strength to perform manual labor and be on your feet for extended periods of time. Adequate sight including close, distanceand peripheral vision to read manuals, operate and interpret equipment readings, and drive. Adequate hearing to distinguish between various speech and equipment function, respond to alarms, follow directions, etc. Regular exposure to various weather conditions including high heat and humidity, cold, wind, rain and snow. Moderate exposure to dirt, dust, gas, oil, herbicides, pesticides, paint, chalk, airborne particles, noise from equipment operation, etc. Benefits for this position include the following : Individual Annual Fitness Membership for the Madison Meadow Athletic Center (MMAC) while actively working. Five (5) visits to the Lombard Golf Course initially and ten (10) visits after two years of service with the Park District. Recreation Program discounts and 25% Off the resident rate for one facility rental (Limit One per year). Competitive wages and paid training with potential to learn new skills and develop/expand current skills. Opportunity for Safety Awards. Postings current as of 10/14/2026 1:54:11 AM CST. Need Help? We're here to help! For questions regarding position qualifications or application procedures, please contact Lombard Park District directly. For technical questions regarding the Applicant Tracking system, please contact the Applicant Tracking help desk using the Request Technical Help link below. #J-18808-Ljbffr Mmaclombard