ABOUT US

Schaumburg Park District is an award-winning parks and recreation agency that provides its 80,000 residents with a wide variety of recreational programs, classes, and events as well as facilities, parks and open spaces! Our Parks Department takes care of 100 parks in our community in addition to ballfields, sports fields, natural areas and so much more!

JOB SUMMARY

As part of our Seasonal Park Maintenance team, you will work in pairs or with a crew and be responsible for routine park maintenance including mowing, weeding, mulching, tree work, and ballfield maintenance. You will also assist with seasonal park clean up, park and field renovations, set-up and take-down for major events, and more!

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be at least 18 years old with a valid Illinois driver’s license. Prior experience in park maintenance is helpful but not required as training will be provided! NOTE: Applicants must possess requisite physical ability to perform the essential job duties, including exposure to dirt, dust, and debris (from dragging of the ballfields as may be assigned).

SCHEDULING & PAY

These are seasonal positions from March (weather dependent) through November. Typical work schedule is Monday through Friday from 6:45am – 3:15pm. Overtime work may be required based on need. Starting pay is $18.00 / hour.

PERKS & PRIVILEGES: These are PART-TIME LEVEL 3 positions and are eligible for the following internal privileges:

• Free fitness center membership!
• Free admission to indoor and outdoor pools!
• One free program registration per season for self or family*! (*see definition)
• 10% discount on other program registrations
• Free paddle boat rental at Volkening Lake!
• Free open gym admission! And More!

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

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