Part-Time/Seasonal Parks Maintenance Staff

Part-Time/Seasonal JOB OPENING

Park Maintenance Staff

Season: April through September (or shorter - up to 1,000 hours per season)

If you enjoy working outside and performing yardwork, you should consider working for our Parks Department. You can learn how to use numerous pieces of equipment, how to care for lawns and various plants and trees, learn about striping and setting up athletic fields, and so much more! If you don’t see yourself having a 9-5 job and sitting behind a desk all day, you might want to give this a try. It’s hard work, but it can be very rewarding, and you could make a career of it! Plus, we’ve added lots of perks to entice you! Work during the Summer, and if you are available before or after the summer months, we could really use YOU!

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Park & Facility Operations, Parks Foreman, and/or Crew Leader, the Seasonal Park Maintenance Staff will perform a variety of maintenance and landscaping tasks to provide safe and attractive parks, playgrounds, and athletic fields throughout the Park District. Duties include but are not limited to maintaining the grounds at our many parks and facilities; i.e. mowing, trimming, edging, weeding, watering, trash picking/collection, etc.; athletic field prep and set-up; special event set-up/take-down; minor repairs to park elements, playground equipment, etc. and other duties as assigned. This is an at-will position.

Hours: Monday – Friday 7:00am – 3:30 pm, occasional weekend and special events required. Approximately 40 hours per week with some overtime possible.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable with a strong sense of responsibility and initiative to achieve safe, clean, and well-maintained parks and facilities.
• Previous landscaping and/or maintenance experience is preferred.
• Candidates must be 18 or older with a valid IL Driver’s License, reliable transportation to and from work. Familiarity with the Glen Ellyn area is a plus!
• General knowledge and use of hand and power tools as well as gasoline and electric powered equipment is preferred.
• Must be in good physical condition to perform manual labor in various weather conditions including high heat/humidity and cold.
• Excellent eyesight including close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus for extended periods of time.
• Strong voice, phone, and listening skill with the ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds (i.e. machinery or other alarms, equipment malfunction, phone or other communication device, etc.) Moderate exposure to noise from patrons, staff or equipment operation in adjacent areas.
• Strong sense of safety with effective communication skills and a desire to provide quality customer service are essential.
• Ability to work well independently and as a member on a crew.
• Candidates will need to pass background check following an offer of employment.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Ackerman Sports & Fitness Center while actively employed.
• (4) Free One-time Use Guest Passes for GEPD facilities (Ackerman/Holes & Knolls/Sunset Pool)
• Competitive Wages and Paid Training
• Refer a friend that is hired, and both receive $50 after 30 days of employment in good standing!
• Recognition Incentives All Season
• Letter of Recommendation for college, internships, or future career opportunities!
• Plus, you get to work and interact with friends, enjoy the outdoors, and make an impact in someone else’s life!

Please provide a resume and cover letter.

For questions contact: Scott Norman at snorman@gepark.org.

The Glen Ellyn Park District is a local governmental agency serving all residents of the Village of Glen Ellyn and portions of neighboring communities. It provides a wide range of recreational services, athletics, and leisure activities to its citizens, with opportunities for all ages and abilities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and our mission is to “foster diverse, community-based leisure opportunities through a harmonious blend of quality recreation programs, facilities and open space which will enhance the quality of life into the future.” We welcome you to apply to become a part of our great TEAM!