Parks Seasonal Laborer

Position Type:Parks/LaborerDate Posted:2/12/2026Location:Various ParksJob Title: Park Laborer - SeasonalDepartment: Parks DepartmentReports To: Park Superintendent/Park SupervisorFLSA Status: Non-ExemptWage: $15.00/hourPOSITION FOCUSResponsible for performing a variety of daily, cyclical and routine grounds and facility maintenance functionsSUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPSReports to the Park Superintendent/Park Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor and may supervise a crew, as directedESSENTIAL JOB DUTIESMows, fertilizes, aerates, grades, seeds, sods, waters, rakes and polices grounds and sports fieldsOperates trucks, mowers, sod cutters, chain saws, hand and power tools and all other maintenance and mechanical equipmentPrepares beds, plants, trims, prunes, mulches, waters, weeds, stakes, fertilizes, rakes, shovels, digs, back fills and levels soil to complete and maintain grounds and horticultural projectsAssists in the installation, inspection and repair or playground equipmentMaintains playground areas and equipmentMaintains ball diamondsGrades, install bases, installs drainage, sods, waters, top dresses, fertilizes, aerates, installs goals and performs routine maintenance on athletic fieldsAssists 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 finishingPolices grounds and picks up and removes trash and debrisAssists in the installation of benches, tables, signs, playgrounds, fencing, pavement, bleachers, lockers, backboards and other site amenitiesOperates tractors, utility trucks, mowing equipment and small engine powered equipmentDrives all Park District vehicles (Non-CDL vehicles)Loads, unloads and delivers equipment and supplies, as neededPlows, shovels, snow blows, broom and salts to remove ice and snowPaints buildings, picnic tables, trash cans, bleachers, poles, grounds and equipmentCleans floors, windows, walls, carpets and other areas of Park District buildingsPerforms grounds set ups and clean ups and removes refuse from buildings and sitesCleans, adjusts and maintains tools and equipmentCleans work site when projects are completedAttends work on a regular basisPerforms the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, and the employee handbookMaintains a clean and organized work environmentAdditional functions may be essentialMARGINAL JOB DUTIESSets up and removes displays and transports equipment to various special events sitesRepairs and adjusts equipment, mounts seasonal accessories and mixes 2-cycle fuelAssists tradesmen on projects, as neededSubmits reports to the Park Superintendent/Park Supervisor or Assistant Supervisor, as directedPerforms other duties as assigned REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Good knowledge of a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and manual tasks involved in the general upkeep and development of parks grounds and facilitiesGood knowledge and skills in the use and maintenance of hand tools and grounds equipmentCapacity to safely operate a variety of maintenance equipment and machineryAbility to clean, make adjustments and perform routine maintenance on equipmentCapacity to safely dispose of various chemicalsAbility to work from sketches and drawingsGood knowledge of pertinent safety precautionsAbility to maintain positive and effective working relationships with supervisors and coworkersAbility to work harmoniously with coworkersAbility to work around the general public and park patrons in public areasCapacity to utilize effective time management skills to complete assigned workAbility to work in a team atmosphere, promoting positive work relationships with both internal and external customersAbility to follow through on projects from beginning to end without immediate supervisionCapacity to lead crews, solve problems and make project-related decisionsAbility to communicate effectively with fellow staff and the public both orally and in writingAbility to maintain self-control and composure in difficult situationsAbility to follow directions and communicate in English verbally and in writing and to read and understand materials printed in EnglishCapacity to perform basic mathematical computations including measuring, calculating and estimatingAbility to measure with and read rulers and other measuring devicesAbility to pass the Park District's Defensive Driving training, in order to drive to various Park District locations EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING16 years of age or older, minimum of 18 years of age if operating company vehiclesPrevious experience in grounds maintenance preferredValid Illinois Class "D" Driver's LicenseCPR and First Aid Certification preferred HOURSSunday through Saturday, up to 40 hours a week, with work hours designated by the Park Superintendent/Park SupervisorOvertime, as requiredNight, weekend and holiday scheduling may be required PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONSSitting - occasionallyWalking - frequentlyStrength - heavy (50-100 lbs.)Climbing - occasionallyBalancing - occasionallyStooping - occasionallyKneeling - occasionallyCrouching - occasionallyCrawling - occasionallyReaching - frequentlyHandling - frequentlyFingering - occasionallyFeeling - occasionallyGeneral work area is outdoorsFrequent exposure to natural and potentially extreme weather conditions while performing job dutiesExposure to chemicals such as fertilizers, pesticides, cleaning solutions, solvents, petroleum products, etc.Exposure to mud, dirt, dust and decaying organic materialExposure to chronic infectious disease while performing routine first aid or emergency proceduresProtective clothing and equipment is required as it pertains to the particular job duty:Ear plugs or ear coversSafety goggles, glasses or face shieldSturdy leather work boots with steel or composite toe (No sneakers/tennis shoes or sandals)Long work pants or jeansNo tank tops Protective glovesRubber bootsHard hatPainting and spraying respiratorBack braceKnee padsProtective suit or outerwearChain saw chapsMicroshieldLatex glovesThis job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, and additional duties may be assigned at any time.