Laborer Grounds

Overview

The Laborer – Grounds Maintenance position assists in keeping buildings and grounds in a clean and orderly condition, and in maintaining and repairing minor utility system breakdowns. Mows and trims turf areas; collects and disposes of refuse; maintains piers, boat docks, ramps, garden amenities, barrier posts, fences, District signs, picnic tables, comfort stations, playground equipment, and shelters; includes lake management. Assists with interior building maintenance, including cleaning floors, restrooms, and fixtures.

Assists tradespersons and other skilled laborers with various construction and/or repair projects. Assists with maintenance and operation of all machinery (i.e., mowers, tractors, pumps) used in grounds and building maintenance. Will be required to perform weekend preserve maintenance duties. Drives a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations. Performs tasks that will require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting.

Performs heavy lifting tasks up to 50 pounds.

• Keep buildings and grounds clean and orderly; maintain and repair minor utility system breakdowns.
• Mows and trims turf areas; collects and disposes of refuse; maintains piers, boat docks, ramps, garden amenities, barrier posts, fences, District signs, picnic tables, comfort stations, playground equipment, and shelters; includes lake management.
• Assist with interior building maintenance, including cleaning floors, restrooms, and fixtures.
• Assist tradespersons and other skilled laborers with various construction and/or repair projects.
• Assist with maintenance and operation of all machinery (i.e., mowers, tractors, pumps) used in grounds and building maintenance.
• Perform weekend preserve maintenance duties.
• Drive a motorized vehicle to travel to different locations.
• Perform tasks that require walking, bending, stooping, standing, kneeling, climbing, reaching and sitting.
• Heavy lifting tasks up to 50 pounds.

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age. No formal education required. Basic knowledge of grounds maintenance, motorized equipment (i.e., front-end loader, tractor, riding mower, watercraft, and other pieces of motorized equipment) and vehicles. Basic knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions pertaining to grounds maintenance and construction projects. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Anticipated starting rate: $20.75

The Lake County Forest Preserves offers an excellent work environment as well as complies with the Paid Leave for All Workers Act by offering paid time off.