Job Summary – About the Role
Assist with enhancing the physical appearance and experience of the Park District for residents and visitors to our parks and facilities.
Knowledge, Skills & Experience
This position is well suited for someone with a pleasant personality. Must be reliable and show initiative, tact, and productivity. Must be able to learn the proper use of hand tools, grounds equipment and operation of trucks, tractors and riding mowers.
Need to Have: High school graduate. Must be 18 years old. A valid State driver's license is necessary. Job entails manual labor to take care of assigned Park areas and facilities including: Park cleaning, janitorial work, and maintenance of athletic fields and ballfields.. Seasonal Associates for General Parks Maintenance are expected to work 4th of July along with other Park District special events. The job requires working cohesively with fellow staff as well as the public. Must be able to exercise discretion and decision making skills when needed. Must be able to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.
Essential Functions of the Position
Park District Cornerstones
Work cooperatively and collaboratively with residents, colleagues, the public, PDRMA and other agencies or organizations as delegated.
Recommends improvements and efficiencies to better accomplish individual and district goals in the best interests of the St. Charles Park District community.
Comply with Park District policies and administrative procedures.
Responsibilities
Under the direction and supervision of the Superintendent of Parks and the Assistant Superintendents of Parks, the Seasonal Parks Associate shall complete his/her assigned duties to the best of his/her abilities, and be ever mindful of the best interests of the St. Charles Park District and of fellow employees.
This position requires extensive knowledge and ability to:
Effectively maintain assigned areas and facilities as directed by Supervisory personnel.
Be responsible to the Superintendent of Parks, Assistant Superintendents of Parks and any other supervisor as assigned.
Willingly work over and above required daily hours when necessary.
Operate motor equipment as needed or required.
Work cooperatively and harmoniously with the general public and cooperating agencies, as well as fellow employees.
Effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Follow all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed and support all aspects of the Park District's safety program.
Marginal Functions of the Position
Assist with special events.
Assist with athletic field preparation.
Assist with building maintenance.
Physical and Environmental Requirements
Position or Activity
Frequently
46-100% of the time
Occasionally
16-45% of the time
Rarely
0-15% of the time
Sitting
X
Walking
X
Climbing
X
Balancing
X
Stooping/Kneeling
X
Crouching
X
Crawling
X
Reaching
X
Handling/Feeling
X
Standing
X
Strength
1-40lbs & 41-50lbs at times with assistance
Requires a range of hearing and vision that allows the employee to safely complete the essential duties of the position with or without assistive devices, corrective lenses and/or glasses and/or a reasonable accommodation.
EEO Statement and Accommodations
The St Charles Park District is an equal opportunity employer under all state and federal laws and regulations. The job responsibilities are subject to accommodations pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If you require assistance or accommodation with the application process, please contact the Business Department at 630-584-1055.
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