Greenhouse and Grounds Maintenance Laborer (full-time) at Mt. Prospect Park District

Rosemont, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jun, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

10 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

General Park Maintenance, Landscaping, Grounds Maintenance, Greenhouse Operations, Equipment Operation, Tool Maintenance, Snow Removal, Material Purchasing, Emergency Response, Safety Training Adherence, Hand Tools Operation, Power Tools Operation, Tractor Operation, Truck Operation, Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Description ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform all jobs assigned by the Greenhouse Specialist and/or Conservatory and Greenhouse Manager including but not limited to: General park maintenance and cleanup Landscaping work Building and grounds maintenance Greenhouse Operations General Labor and general assistance to the skilled and semi-skilled maintenance staff Small and large equipment operation Maintenance and upkeep of tools and equipment Any and all duties pertaining to the physical operation of the park district Use and maintain equipment and tools and properly operate park district vehicles. Participate in the winter snow removal. Purchase materials as needed with the approval of the Friendship Park Conservatory Manager. Respond when contacted for emergency night and weekend jobs. Participate in the Park District’s Safety Training program. Be familiar with and abide by District policies and procedures. SECONDARY DUTIES: Maintain a clean and organized work environment. May be required to work special events, evenings and/or weekends. May be required to work with other departments under assigned supervision to accomplish special tasks. Additional functions as assigned which may be considered essential. All other duties as assigned by the Greenhouse Specialist, Conservatory and Greenhouse Manager, Director of Parks and Planning, and/or the Executive Director. However, in an emergency, perform all other duties as required. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS: Must be at least 18 years old. Must be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D. equivalent or combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Illinois Class C Driver's License within six (6) months of employment and maintain throughout employment with the District. Must have the ability to obtain a Class A CDL, if requested. Must possess a basic knowledge in the use of common hand tools and power tools. Must be able to operate small equipment. Must be able to operate tractors, trucks and other power equipment. Must be able to work well with others as well as independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to communicate effectively with others to allow for the coordination of work, for safety purposes and for emergency situations. Must participate in the District safety training program and adhere to District safety procedures. Must be able to respond in person, for emergency night and weekend jobs when necessary. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position. Physical Job Qualifications: Must be physically able to frequently ascend/descend more than a 25% grade, lift 50 pounds from a squat position, push/pull, reach, walk; occasionally balance, bend (must be able to bend at waist and touch the floor with fingertips), climb, crawl, crouch, kneel for long periods of time, sit, stoop; and constantly handle objects. May be exposed to weather conditions including rain, sun, wind, high humidity, and excessive heat and cold. Additionally, may be exposed to heat and humidity in the greenhouse, especially during the summer months. Due to the needs of the Park District, evening and weekend hours may be required. Your work schedule may vary and your workweek may exceed 40 hours at times. Nothing contained herein shall preclude or limit the District from changing this written job description through addition, deletion or modification of essential job duties. The Mt. Prospect Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Responsibilities

The laborer will perform assigned duties directed by the Greenhouse Specialist and Manager, including general park maintenance, landscaping, building upkeep, greenhouse operations, and general assistance to maintenance staff. This involves operating small and large equipment, maintaining tools, and participating in snow removal and emergency response duties.