Seasonal Park Associate - Turf

Description

Job Summary – About the Role

Assist with enhancing the physical appearance and experience of the Park District for residents and visitors to our parks and facilities.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

This position is well suited for someone with a pleasant personality.  Must be reliable and show initiative, tact, and productivity.

Required: High school graduate. Must be 18 years old.  Must be able to learn the proper use of hand tools, grounds equipment and operation of trucks and tractors. Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays during games and events. A valid driver’s license is required. Must have or maintain CPR/AED and First Aid certification and Mandated Reporter certification within 30 days of hire.

Essential Functions of the Position

Park District Cornerstones

• Follow all departmental safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of Park District’s safety and risk management program.
• Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
• Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
• Comply with Park District policies and administrative procedures.

Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Parks and Planning, the Assistant Superintendent of Parks and the Turf Coordinators, the Seasonal Park Maintenance Associate – Turf is responsible for promoting a safe environment in all parks and facilities.  The Seasonal Park General Maintenance Associate - Turf shall complete their assigned duties to the best of their abilities, offering suggestions of better ways to accomplish jobs and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees. This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:

• Operate motor equipment as needed or required.
• Setup/take down Park District run ballfields.
• Be able to assist with lights on all the District’s lit fields.
• Empty garbage and litter pick the facility.
• Assist with athletic field preparation/repair.
• Be able to respond and assist with medical incidents.
• Ensure safety in the parks and enforce all of the Park Districts Ordinances, Rules and Policies.
• Maintain a good relationship with all of the Districts User Groups.
• Basic machine maintenance duties.
• Lock up the facility nightly.
• Patrol the facility.

Marginal Functions of the Position

• Assist with ice rink maintenance.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Assist with special events in other Park District facilities.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Willingly work over and above required daily hours when necessary.

Physical and Environmental Requirements

EEO Statement and Accommodations

The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.

Benefits

The Park District offers the following benefits to all Part-Time Category III employees:

• District Incentives
  • Paid Training
  • Discounts for Programs

Salary : $16