Full-time-Park Maintenance Level 1

Park Maintenance Team Member (Full-Time)

The Round Lake Area Park District is seeking a dedicated, hands-on Park Maintenance Team Member to help care for the parks, playgrounds, and outdoor spaces that our community enjoys every day. If you take pride in your work, enjoy being outdoors, and like variety in your day, this could be the perfect role for you.

As part of our Park Maintenance team, you’ll work alongside experienced staff to maintain and improve district parks, facilities, and equipment. No two days are the same—each season brings new projects, challenges, and opportunities to make a visible impact in our community.

What You’ll Do

• Work in teams of two or more to maintain and repair park properties and equipment


• Perform turf maintenance including mowing, fertilizing, seeding, and weed control


• Assist with playground and park equipment repairs, painting, and general upkeep


• Line and prepare athletic fields for community use


• Operate maintenance equipment and vehicles safely and efficiently


• Participate in snow removal operations

Work is performed at a steady, moderate pace with a strong emphasis on teamwork, safety, and quality.

On-Call Responsibilities

• Weekend on-call rotation for park needs


• Winter on-call status for snow removal operation

Qualifications

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a related maintenance, landscaping, or grounds field


• High school diploma or equivalent 


• Must posses a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record, as determined by the District. Employment is contingent upon submission and review of a driver's abstract. 


• Illinois Pesticide Operator License or willingness to obtain within six (6) months


• Ability to follow direction while also taking initiative and working independently when needed


• Strong work ethic, reliability, and a team-oriented mindset


• Ability to pass a criminal background check and fit-for-duty health physical

Why Work With Us?

Our maintenance team takes great pride in the condition of our parks and playgrounds. The work you do will be seen and appreciated by families, athletes, and residents throughout the community. If you enjoy physical work, problem-solving, and contributing to spaces that bring people together, we’d love to hear from you.

In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefit package:

• Medical & Prescription Coverage


• Dental & Vision Coverage


• Life Insurance 


• Pension Defined Contribution Plan (IMRF)


• 457 Defined Contribution Plan


• Flexible Spending Account


• Paid Holidays & Vacation Time
  


• Uniform provided and safety boot allowance
  

Please upload your resume or upload a completed job application from our website.

Link to blank job application:  https://rlapd.org/upload/JobApplicationRev82023-fillable.pdf

Round Lake Area Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Round Lake Area Park District ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Any individual needing assistance applying for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources, [email protected].