Crew Leader

The Wilmette Park District offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, along with life insurance (basic and voluntary), a pension plan (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund), 457 Defined contribution plan and Section 125 Flexible Spending Account in addition to paid holidays and vacation time, facility discounts and usage benefits.

Benefit Summary link:

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SUMMARY: Under the administrative direction of the Parks Foreperson, the Crew Leader shall ensure

proper maintenance tasks which include, but are not limited to repairs, improvement of grounds,

construction projects, maintenance of small equipment, landscaping, directly supervising staff and

assisting with various Park District special events. 

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

• Train and supervise a work crew of 3-4 full-time employees and/or 1-3 part-time employees in accordance with Park District’s policies, procedures and applicable laws.
• Lead regular crew team meetings and participate in and attend District-wide meetings to keep all levels of employees within the area of supervision apprised of agency business, including opportunities for communicating operational updates, feedback and questions.
• Actively support the professional development of department staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure the quality of the Parks District’s parks are at the highest level of standards for safety, maintenance and cleanliness.
• Regularly inspect all grounds and work areas and take appropriate action to eliminate deficiencies and/or unsafe conditions.
• Assist with the inspection and maintenance of all tot lots, play areas and related equipment.
• Respond timely and effectively to all emergencies including but not limited to mechanical failure, vandalism, storm damage, snow and floods.
• Responsible for and perform physical duties which may include but are not limited to general park maintenance, mowing, tree trimming, irrigation repairs, athletic field maintenance and turf maintenance.
• Lead team on snow/ice removal and outdoor ice rink creation and maintenance.
• Assure employees are adhering to Park District policies and procedures.
• Assure parks and grounds work orders are completed in a timely fashion.
• Proactively evaluate the effectiveness of maintenance procedures and programs and recommend changes to improve quality, efficiency and effectiveness.
• Attend conferences, workshops and seminars related to the position to stay current on industry trends.
• Communicate to the Parks Foreperson problems, deviations or daily activities which may have an impact on the overall operation of the Park District.
• Actively uphold and contribute to the Wilmette Park District Comprehensive and Strategic Plan, including the Guiding Principles and Strategic Priorities.
• Actively contribute to the Park District's sustainability goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Actively support the safety program that will effectively control and reduce accidents.
• Obey the practical safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the Wilmette Park District safety program that are pertinent to the activities conducted by the department.
• Become familiar with and follow safety procedures of the Wilmette Park District including, but not limited to fire, severe weather and evacuation procedures.
• Promptly report all unsafe actions, practices or conditions observed to immediate supervisor and Human Resources and Risk Manager.
• Attend and participate in required safety trainings.
• Review all accident and incident reports that occur under area of responsibility and send them to Human Resources/Risk Management division.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Two or three years of occupationally specific training beyond high school or an Associate’s degree is preferred.
• Two to three years of related work experience, including supervisory experience in a maintenance environment; including techniques and best practices of park maintenance utilizing a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Strong organization management, supervision, attention to detail and problem solving, along with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents and /or instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.
• Ability to effectively respond to questions from groups of general managers, other staff, customers and the general public.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS:

Possess computer skills with the ability to learn and use new computer software. The Park District uses Microsoft Office Suite, Paycom for payroll processing, and Incode for financial record/budget management.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

• Must hold a valid Class D driver’s license.
• Must possess CPR/First Aid certificates within three (3) months of hiring, provided by the Park District.
• Complete Certified Playground Inspection Certificate within six (6) months of hire.
• Complete Illinois Pesticide Applicators License within six (6) months of hire.
• Complete annual District trainings including, but not limited to, Sexual Harassment and Avoiding Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Training annually and Mandated Reporter every three (3) years.

EQUIPMENT AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING REQUIRED:

Micro shield, protective gloves for emergencies, nitrile gloves, safety goggles/glasses, earplugs, ear covers, safety Shoes, leather type work boot, face shield, hard hat, chaps (chainsaw safety pants) when applicable.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIROMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; push, pull, carry, and repeatedly stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to vibration.
• The employee occasionally works in high precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• General work area is outdoors in varied weather and temperatures.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; push, pull, carry, and repeatedly stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is frequently exposed to vibration.
• The employee occasionally works in high precarious places and in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, and risk of electrical shock.
• The noise level of the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
• General work area is outdoors in varied weather and temperatures.

 HOURS:

• Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 7 am to 3:30 pm, hours are adjusted based on the season, extra hours are required at various times. Weekend hours on an as needed basis.
• This schedule will be altered on an as-needed basis at the direction of the Parks Foreperson. 
• Work over the July 3^rd Celebration is mandatory. 

Salary : $63,291 - $85,422