Park Maintenance Specialist (Seasonal)

Description

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Requirements

JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of the NRHT Manager or designated supervisor, this position performs day to day management and restoration of the district's natural areas. This position requires 90% field work in the out-of-doors.


Seasonal Benefits
• Seasonal employees receive free membership to our Lifestyles Fitness Center and the Pelican Harbor water park.
• Seasonal employees receive 30% discount on programs and family members living in your household also receive 30% off memberships & programs.
• Free CPR/AED training.
• Employee Recognition Program
• Access to Employee Self-Service Payroll Portal.


EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a wide variety of manual labor activities.
• Valid driver's license is required with the ability to drive a truck and trailer, preferred.
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. for 25 yards.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
• A reasonable mechanical aptitude and interest in machinery and equipment used to maintain parks and natural areas.
• Able and prepared to work in all weather conditions
• Ability to understand and follow both oral and written directions.
• Ability to use assorted hand tools such as, but not limited to, shovels, rakes, hand saws, pruners, etc.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to properly identify native and invasive woody and herbaceous species in natural areas

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Planting trees, shrubs, and plugs; installing seed
• Mowing, edging, and trimming trails
• Able and prepared to work in all weather conditions
• Work special events as directed
• Litter collection and removal
• Watering and weeding gardens
• Complete and submit daily reports as directed
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors.
• 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.


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Walking: to pick up trash; mow and/or trim grass
Standing: to watch over prescribed burns
Sitting: to drive or ride in a vehicle; or while mowing grass
Lifting: to lift and carry 50 lbs. for 25 yards while loading materials onto truck
Climbing: to climb ladder while trimming trees
Pulling: to remove weeds; to rake leaves or fields; to open doors
Pushing: to mow grass; to close doors
Stooping: to pick up litter
Seeing: to drive a vehicle or lawn mower; to obtain information from written materials

- May be exposed to all types of weather conditions
- May be exposed to poison ivy and biting or stinging insects

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS
Must have the ability to read and write in English and organize materials. Ability to drive a vehicle and lawn mowing equipment. Must be able to relate to other people in a professional manner.

FLSA
This is a part time hourly, seasonal position.


HOURS
Park Maintenance Seasonal staff generally work during the landscaping season. Workdays and hours may vary due to workload and/or weather. Work hours will be scheduled by the manager.

NOTE: Daily work hours can change with little or no notice to accommodate the necessary workload the park district requires.