The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County provides opportunities for people to connect with nature. We offer to the public 60 forest preserves, 166 miles of trails, 47 miles of rivers and streams, and 6 nature and cultural centers. We have 6 million visitors each year.

The District's mission is, "to acquire and hold lands containing forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure and recreation of its citizens.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Roads Crew in the construction, installation, and maintenance of District parking lots and roads.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with routine asphalt and gravel road maintenance activities, including seal coating, crack routing, crack filling, sweeping, asphalt patching, gravel application, and pothole repair.
• Operate small motorized machinery and light equipment including line trimmers, crack routers, blowers, and compactor plate, as well as hand tools.
• Operate District vehicles including pickup trucks.
• Assist with stream blockage clearing and removal of river debris.
• Foster a working environment that promotes safe work habits; Become familiar with and observe all applicable safety rules, policies, and work procedures; Follow all safety rules that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the District's safety and risk management program; Keep work area clean, orderly, and free of hazards; Immediately report all unsafe conditions and incidents.
• Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements:

• 18 years of age or older at time of hire.
• Valid Driver's License in good standing.
• Previous experience in outdoor manual labor preferred.
• Ability to safely operate a variety of roads and landscape maintenance equipment.
• Familiarity with basic landscaping equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in an outdoor environment.

Schedule: Position starts in late Spring. Monday through Friday, shifts of 6:15 AM until 2:15 PM.

Pay: $16/hour.

Work Environment: Requires working outdoors. Exposure to all weather conditions, insects and other wildlife, uneven terrain, sharp tools, and motorized equipment. Work involves lifting and maneuvering large objects. Requires operating motor vehicles.

Location: Reports to Blackwell Nursery Compex in West Chicago, IL.

Other Information: Safety toe boots are required. Bagged lunch is recommended, as breaks are taken at work sites.