Full-time Park Groundsperson l Turf and Grass

NOW HIRING: PARK GROUNDSMAN I TURF GRASS

The Park Groundsperson l performs weekly mowing and trimming as well as supervises the seasonal staff in these services. The Park Groundsperson I assists with the upkeep of sports fields, performs routine custodial tasks and light maintenance repairs, and is a key member of the district snow removal operations. The Park Grounds person I is a full-time hourly, non-exempt position. Position may include evening, weekend, and holiday work.

BENEFITS

The Oak Lawn Park District is committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees stay healthy, feel secure and maintain a work/life balance. Some of the many benefits we offer include: Medical, Dental and Vision Care; Pension Plan (IMRF); Paid-Time Off (Vacation, Sick-time, Holidays); Employee discounts at park district facilities and for programs- free use of all fitness facilities for employees; Monthly Healthy Living Club Meetings- provide staff an opportunity to try different forms of recreational activities at no cost.

*The Oak Lawn Park District is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact Christina Farias at [email protected]. 

ABOUT US

The Oak Lawn Park District, incorporated in 1944, has a long and proud history of serving the recreational needs of our 56,000 residents with a myriad of recreational programs and services. We operate under the state tax cap as a municipal corporation, meaning we are our own taxing body. Overseen by a Board of five elected officials, the District manages a combination of 34 parks and facilities which cover over 280 acres. In addition, we manage a Special Recreation Cooperative that offers recreational programs and services to individuals with disabilities in 9 municipalities.

QUALIFICATIONS
Must be at least 18 years of age and high school graduate or equivalent. Prior experience in parks maintenance or related field preferred. Ability to have flexible hours during prime season is crucial. Candidate should have some knowledge of park grounds and facility practices; some knowledge of pertinent safety precautions; ability to operate light maintenance equipment; ability to make simple adjustments and to perform simple maintenance on equipment; and ability to perform required duties with initiative, good judgment, accuracy, persistence, integrity, dependability, tact and courtesy. Must possess a valid Class “C” Illinois Driver’s License or obtain within 6 months of hire. Must be certified in CPR/1st Aid/AED or willing to become certified within a specified time frame.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR
Superintendent of Parks & Planning

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Acts as a crew leader and has responsibility for the condition of all park turf grass areas


• Operates wide-area mower to cut district turf grass


• Operates trim and small mowers to cut district turf grass


• Weed-whips fence lines, light pole bases, signs, and other intricate areas


• Supervises seasonal mowing staff on daily tasks and safe operations


• Assists with turf maintenance including aerating, seeding, sodding, & establishing new turf


• Assists with litter and trash removal at all district property


• Assists with sports field layout and preparation


• Removes snow from parking lots, sidewalks, and throughout Park District as needed


• Safely operates mowers, tractors, trucks, equipment, and trailers


• Utilizes proper Personal Protective Equipment for job tasks


• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment: checking oil & fuel levels, greasing, cleaning, and inspections.


• Submits daily reports of work performed.


• Works Park District events including 4th of July and Halloween, and others as needed. If a major event occurs that limits park district operations or forces a park district shut down and restricts employee from performing their normal job duties they may be assigned to duties outside of their job description as warranted by the situation


• Assist in fulfilling agency’s mission, vision, and strategic plan, including attending any related meetings or performing any related job duties


• Performs other duties as assigned

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Performs landscaping tasks which may include: pruning, mulching, and planting


• Performs custodial duties as required


• Performs painting tasks as required


• Cleans vehicles and equipment


• Performs and assist with general maintenance and repairs


• Observes and enforces the practical safety rules, regulations and procedures established by the safety
  program

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting on and operating a mower


• Standing, kneeling, bending, and sitting are regularly required to perform job functions


• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times


• Must be able to climb up and down: ladders, vehicles, equipment

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Must be able to think critically and offer solutions as problems arise


• Must be able to work closely with co-workers


• Must be able to work well with the general public.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Exposure to rain, snow, ice, heat, cold, and other extreme weather conditions for long periods

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS:

• Identify proper PPE required to safely perform job tasks


• Must have good problem solving and communication skills


• The ability to read, write, and organize materials


• Must be able to follow directions - oral and written