ABOUT US: The Des Plaines Park District, established in 1919, features more than 50 parks and facilities. As an Illinois Distinguished Accredited Agency, we service a culturally diverse and growing community with hundreds of affordable recreational and educational programs, classes, and events for kids, teens, adults, and families each season. "Enriching Lives Everyday" is our vision and our constant goal. 

JOB IDENTIFICATION:

Job Title: Landscape Maintenance Crew

Grade: II - $15.00/hour

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Department: Parks & Planning

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to: Landscape Maintenance Supervisor

Supervises: N/A

BASIC FUNCTION: Landscape maintenance staff ensures that the park grounds, athletic fields and garden plots are kept clean, attractive and safe throughout the summer season. This position works in the early morning and weekends. Staff assist with winter operations as well. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

1. Maintains turf areas including mowing and trimming.
2. Inspects parks, cleans up debris.
3. Install and maintain landscape material such as flowers, trees, shrubs, grass, etc.
4. Prune hedges and trees.
5. Assists in landscape construction projects.
6. Inspects, cleans, maintain and performs routine maintenance on related equipment.
7. Cleans buildings and restrooms as needed.
8. Performs safety inspections and repairs on athletic fields and parks.
9. Constructs and performs daily maintenance on athletic fields.
10. Performs support services at Park District and community events.
11. Operates District vehicles and equipment.

OTHER DUTIES:

1. Assist administrative staff with special maintenance requests.
2. May be required to perform overtime work as requested or required, including weekends.
3. Provides polite customer service to any park users if approached.
4. Follow all safety policies and procedures as outlined in the Park District Safety and Crisis Manuals
5. Coordinates activities to successfully collaborate with district staff performing maintenance in the same area.
6. Perform additional duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School Diploma Preferred

Experience: Related experience preferred

Must be at least 16 years of age.

Must be at least 18 years of age to work independently & use all equipment. 

Certifications: Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.

PERKS & BENEFITS: SEASONAL STAFF

• All recreational facilities at no charge during active employment, discounts for dependents
• A free individual outdoor pool pass to three aquatic facilities, or family pass at 50% discount
• 3 months free of a fitness center and/or indoor aquatic center pass
• 50% discount on general programs at resident rates
• Contractual classes/programs at a discounted rate
• $3.00 off resident daily fees for golf facilities (including mini golf)

Des Plaines Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Des Plaines Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. If you need any special accommodations, please contact our HR Coordinator, Ellie Asa, at the Park District at 847-391-5099 or email at ellie.asa@dpparks.org so that we may make the necessary arrangements for you.