Seasonal Park Maintenance

Downers Grove Park District

Seasonal Park Maintenance

We are accepting applications for Seasonal Park Maintenance team members. With 48 parks located throughout Downers Grove, the District is seeking enthusiastic individuals to help maintain, improve and beautify our parks. As a seasonal member of the Parks Maintenance team, you will help maintain our outdoor community spaces, including natural areas, recreational fields and special facilities. The Parks Maintenance Team offers many opportunities including turf care, ballfield maintenance and general facility maintenance to name a few.

Multiple positions are available.

Work hours are typically Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Actual work hours can range from 16 to 40 hours per week, from April to end of November – based on District needs. Some weekend duties are available and are assigned on a rotating basis, ask for more information.

The hourly pay rate starts at $16.00. The District is flexible with number of hours worked. Successful applicants can receive a Free fitness membership at 4500 Fitness, while employed.

• You will perform skilled labor at District parks and facilities including open spaces, paths, natural areas, structures, buildings, parking lots and special facilities.
• Cares for trees, shrubs, flowers and lawns and other natural resources.
• Assists with on-going parks maintenance, installations, repairs and projects.
• Operates District owned equipment, including power tools and mowers.
• Maintains professional and effective communication between staff and patrons.
• Follows District’s Safety Policies to ensure the safety of program participants.
• Other duties as assigned (job may be changed as necessary)

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must possess a valid, Class D, Driver’s License
• Must be able to move 50 pounds
• Familiarity with small engines, mowers and power tools, preferred
• Must be able to work outdoors, in changing weather conditions

The Downers Grove Park District is an EOE (M/F/Vet/Disability/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation)