Grounds Maintenance - Hinckley Reservation

Grounds Maintenance

Grounds Maintenance maintains and enhances Park District's facilities by performing entry-level and, as capable, semi-skilled jobs in a manner, which assures a quality product and programs consistent with Park District policies.

Typical duties include:

• Turf, landscape and plant maintenance functions such as seeding, sodding, fertilizing, mowing, trimming, aerating, spraying, plant installation and harvesting, soil preparation, irrigating, plant propagation
• Plant pest control such as chemical applications
• Plant/tree removal
• Building and facility maintenance such as cleaning, minor repairs and service maintenance
• Roadway and walk maintenance such as plowing, grading, patching, and seal coating
• Equipment maintenance such as oil and filter changing, lubrication, blade sharpening and belt adjusting
• Assisting with various park construction renovation projects
• Performing tasks at specialized facility operations and maintenance locations such as golf courses, stables, The Chalet, aquatics areas, etc.
• Installing, maintaining, and removing signs and boundary markers, as assigned

May be required to possess knowledge in handling and applying pesticides and fertilizers.

Performs routine maintenance on equipment. Makes minor mechanical repairs and service on divisions equipment as directed.

Works with skilled-level employees (Senior Technician; Technician) toward the completion of construction renovation projects and repair work of facilities.

Works towards the proficiency in the operation and maintenance of the following equipment:
Trucks; tractors; farm and light construction equipment; front-end loader; backhoe; hydraulic mowing equipment; utility vehicles; small engine equipment.

High school diploma or equivalent. At least one year of semi-skilled experience preferred.

Course work up to and including certification (i.e., Arborist, etc.), Associate Degree and/or university classes in turf, agronomy, forestry, horticulture, plant science, natural resources, or related fields, would strengthen a candidate's application.

Pesticides license when required by work assignment or location.

Possess valid driver's license.

Possesses or has ability to obtain within one year of employment one of the following:

• Ohio Department of Agriculture herbicide/pesticide license
• State of Ohio Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brakes

Demonstrated ability to perform variable physical requirements of park maintenance work.

Previous experience in and knowledge of Park Operation's procedures, duties, equipment operation desirable.

Demonstrated ability to exhibit leadership consistent with teamwork approach that recognizes contribution of all employees.

Work Schedule:

Sunday - Thursday 6 AM - 2:30 PM

Final date to receive applications:
Open until filled