- Mows, fertilizes, aerates, grades, seeds, sods, waters, rakes and polices grounds and sports fields
- Operates trucks, mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, hand and power tools and all other maintenance and mechanical equipment
- Prepares beds, plants, trims, prunes, mulches, waters, weeds, stakes, fertilizes, rakes, shovels, digs, back fills and levels soil to complete and maintain grounds and horticultural projects
- Assists in the installation, inspection and repair or playground equipment
- Maintains playground areas and equipment
- Maintains ball diamonds
- Grades, install bases, installs drainage, sods, waters, top dresses, fertilizes, aerates, installs goals and performs routine maintenance on athletic fields
- Assists with construction projects, including timber and border installation, excavation, drainage installation, structure installation, site furniture assembly and installation, brick paver installation, pavement repair, and concrete pouring and finishing
- Polices grounds and picks up and removes trash and debris
- Assists in the installation of benches, tables, signs, playgrounds, fencing, pavement, bleachers, lockers, backboards and other site amenities
- Operates tractors, utility trucks, mowing equipment and small engine powered equipment
- Drives all Park District vehicles (Non-CDL vehicles)
- Loads, unloads and delivers equipment and supplies, as needed
- Plows, shovels, snow blows, broom and salts to remove ice and snow
- Paints buildings, picnic tables, trash cans, bleachers, poles, grounds and equipment
- Cleans floors, windows, walls, carpets and other areas of Park District buildings
- Performs grounds set ups and clean ups and removes refuse from buildings and sites
- Cleans, adjusts and maintains tools and equipment
- Cleans work site when projects are completed
- Attends work on a regular basis
- Performs the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbook
- Maintains a clean and organized work environment
- Additional functions may be essential
- Sets up and removes displays and transports equipment to various special events sites
- Repairs and adjusts equipment, mounts seasonal accessories and mixes 2-cycle fuel
- Assists tradesmen on projects, as needed
- Submits reports to the Park Superintendent/Park Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor, as directed
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Good knowledge of a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks involved in the general upkeep and development of parks grounds and facilities
- Good knowledge and skills in the use and maintenance of hand tools and grounds equipment
- Capacity to safely operate a variety of maintenance equipment and machinery
- Ability to clean, make adjustments and perform routine maintenance on equipment
- Capacity to safely dispose of various chemicals
- Ability to work from sketches and drawings
- Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions
- Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkers
- Ability to work harmoniously with coworkers
- Ability to work around the general public and park patrons in public areas
- Capacity to utilize effective time management skills to complete assigned work
- Ability to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with both internal and external customers
- Ability to follow through on projects from beginning to end without immediate supervision
- Capacity to lead crews, solve problems and make project-related decisions
- Ability to communicate effectively with fellow staff and the public both orally and in writing
- Ability to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situations
- Ability to follow directions and communicate in English verbally and in writing and to read and understand materials printed in English
- Capacity to perform basic mathematical computations including measuring, calculating and estimating
- Ability to measure with and read rulers and other measuring devices
- Ability to pass the Park District's Defensive Driving training, in order to drive to various Park District locations
- High school graduate or G.E.D.
- Minimum of three (3) to four (4) years experience in grounds maintenance, general construction or applicable trade
- Or, any equivalent combination of education, experience and training
- Valid Illinois Class "D" Driver's License
- CPR and First Aid Certification preferred
- Sunday through Saturday, 40 hours a week, with work hours designated by the Park Superintendent/Park Supervisor
- Overtime, as required
- Night, weekend and holiday scheduling may be required
- General work area is outdoors
- Frequent exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions while performing job duties
- Exposure to chemicals such as fertilizers, pesticides, cleaning solutions, solvents, petroleum products, etc.
- Exposure to mud, dirt, dust and decaying organic material
- Exposure to chronic infectious disease while performing routine first aid or emergency procedures
- Protective clothing and equipment is required as it pertains to the particular job duty:
- Ear plugs or ear covers
- Safety goggles, glasses or face shield
- Sturdy leather work boots with steel or composite toe (No sneakers/tennis shoes or sandals)
- Long work pants or jeans
- No tank tops Protective gloves
- Rubber boots
- Hard hat
- Painting and spraying respirator
- Back brace
- Knee pads
- Protective suit or outerwear
- Chain saw chaps
- Microshield
- Latex gloves
Westside Parks - Decatur, United States - DECATUR PARK DISTRICT
Description
Position Type:Parks/Laborer
Date Posted:
3/25/2024
Location:
Fairview Park Maintenance Building Job Title: Park Laborer - Seasonal
Department: Parks Department
Reports To: Park Superintendent/Park Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
POSITION FOCUS
Responsible for performing a variety of daily, cyclical and routine grounds and facility maintenance functions
SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to the Park Superintendent/Park Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor and may supervise a crew, as directed
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Sitting - occasionally
Walking - frequently
Strength - heavy lbs.)
Climbing - occasionally
Balancing - occasionally
Stooping - occasionally
Kneeling - occasionally
Crouching - occasionally
Crawling - occasionally
Reaching - frequently
Handling - frequently
Fingering - occasionally
Feeling - occasionally
Decatur Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.