JOBS

The Parks Department is looking for Seasonal Grounds Maintenance staff to perform mowing and other grounds maintenance work and assist with athletic field maintenance as well. Ideally looking for staff who are available to work Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm up to 40 hours per week. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating various types of equipment to maintain our parks and facilities, and aren’t afraid to get your hands dirty, then this is the job for you.
Pay starts at $16.00 an hour. Added bonus include: Individual Annual Fitness Membership for the Madison Meadow Athletic Center (MMAC) while actively working; Five (5) visits to the Lombard Golf Course initially and ten (10) visits after two years of service with the Park District; Recreation Program discounts and 25% Off the resident rate for one facility rental (Limit One per year); Competitive wages and paid training with potential to learn new skills and develop/expand current skills; and Opportunity for Safety Awards.
Seasonal Parks staff are responsible for assisting FT staff with maintaining their parks and facilities to ensure a safe, clean and enjoyable experience. Primary duties and responsibilities include:

• Assist with mowing and trimming assigned areas.
• Assist with routine trash collection and related duties to ensure grounds and areas are clean.
• Assist with athletic field preparation and maintenance; mowing, striping, trimming, raking, etc.
• Assist with special event set-up and/or take-down as needed.
• Accomplishing work assignments with limited supervision in a safe and productive manner.
• Maintaining open communication with supervisory staff and providing quality customer service.
• Reporting safety hazards and/or equipment repair while being responsible for district equipment and vehicles.
• Additional duties may include assisting with snow removal at entrances, sidewalks and/or other areas, attending required staff meetings and training, and other duties as assigned.