Share Email Opening Title Groundsworker for NRHT - Full Time  Description JOB SUMMARY Under the supervision of the NR, Horticulture & Turf Manager, or designated supervisor, the Grounds worker for NRHT will perform day to day management and restoration of the district’s green space. This part time position requires 90% field work in the out-of-doors. BENEFITS Full Time employees, and family members living in their household, receive a FREE membership to our Lifestyles Fitness Center and the Pelican Harbor Aquatic Park. Full Time employees, and their family members living in their household, receive 50% discount on eligible programs.   Participation in our mandatory pension fund with IMRF-Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund. Life insurance paid by the park district. Optional Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance from 5% to 15% of cost, depending on selections. Paid Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time (PT for Hourly staff only).  10 Paid Holidays (includes 1 floating holiday) Optional Supplemental Insurances:  Life, Accident, Critical Care, Cancer, Hospital, and Whole Life available during open enrollment. FSA Healthcare & Dependent Care 457 Retirement Plan (Security Benefits Group & Nationwide) Free CPR/AED Training & Certification. Employee Recognition Program Access to Employee Self-Service Payroll & Timekeeping portals.   Position Groundsworker for NRHT - Full Time   Position Requirements EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & TRAINING High school diploma or equivalent. Degree in related field preferred. Have at least two years’ experience in a wide variety of manual labor activities. Must be licensed by the State of Illinois as a certified pesticide operator or become certified within 6 months of hiring for Natural Resources Must have a Chicago Wilderness burn certificate or become certified within 6 months of hiring for Natural Resources Valid driver's license is required and the ability to drive a truck & trailer is preferred Must be able to carry 50 lbs. for 25 yards   KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES A reasonable mechanical aptitude and interest in machinery and equipment used to maintain parks and natural areas Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions Ability to use assorted hand tools such as, but not limited to, rakes, shovels, hand saws, pruners, etc. Ability to properly identify native and invasive woody and herbaceous species in natural areas Ability to understand and follow both oral and written directions Ability to work in all types of weather   DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Essential Duties; Perform ecological restoration through brush tree, prescription burn and invasive management Perform maintenance of landscaping Planting trees, shrubs, and plugs; installing seed Mowing, edging, and trimming trails Maintain the community gardens and Nature Play area Spray herbicide with backpack sprayers & through mechanical application Safely operate mechanical restoration equipment (brush cutters, chainsaws, skid steer pruners, etc.) as assigned Watering and weeding gardens & natural areas Tree felling and pruning Maintain vehicle, tools, and equipment and report any need for repairs to your direct supervisor Abide by the Bolingbrook Park District dress code for your area. Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District’s safety program Work as a Team Player with co-workers and in conjunction with other departments   Marginal Duties: Maintain and repair gravel and asphalt trails and pathways as directed Remove trash from natural areas and along trails Native seed collection, installation and processing Remove snow from walks, drives, lots and trails Assist with volunteer work days Attend staff meetings and in-service training sessions Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Walking: to pick up trash; mow and/or trim grass Standing: to watch over prescribed burns Sitting: to drive or ride in a vehicle; or while mowing grass Lifting: to lift and carry 50 lbs. for 25 yards while loading materials onto truck Climbing: to climb ladder while trimming trees Pulling: to remove weeds; to rake leaves or fields; to open doors Pushing: to mow grass; to close doors, to shovel snow Stooping: to pick up litter Seeing: to drive a vehicle or lawn mower; to obtain information from written materials   Will be required to use a variety of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment. Will be exposed to all types of weather conditions. Will be exposed to poison ivy and biting or stinging insects. Will be exposed to smoke during prescribed burns.   COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS Must have the ability to read and write in English and organize materials. Ability to drive a vehicle, construction equipment or powered lawn equipment. Must be able to relate to other people in a professional manner.   FLSA Full Time, Hourly, Non- Exempt IMRF This position has a mandatory pension fund HOURS Generally, 6:30am - 3:00pm, Monday through Friday, but hours may change due to work load, special events or weather. May be required to work weekends. If changes occur, you will be notified by the NR, Horticulture & Turf Manager. NOTE: Daily work hours can change with little or no notice to accommodate the necessary workload that the park district requires.   Open Date 3/13/2024   Close Date 4/26/2024   Salary Range $18.08 per hour   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Hiring Manager(s) Daniel Finn   Location BGNR Office   Category Natural Resources   About the Organization Established in 1970, Bolingbrook Park District has become a nationally-recognized and forward-thinking organization committed to providing the highest quality service to its residents. Bolingbrook Park District is one of the largest districts in Illinois employing 60 full-time employees and over 350 part-time and seasonal employees. The Park District offers over 1,500 innovative recreational programs each year reaching the full spectrum of ages and abilities. Bolingbrook is a facility rich district operating a 9-hole golf course, restaurant, indoor/outdoor aquatic park, maintenance facility, fitness center, and two community centers. The Park District owns just over 183,000 square feet of buildings and park concessions. There are 52 parks for a combined acreage of just over 1,100 acres that include playgrounds, baseball fields, basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas, rest rooms, concession stands, skate parks, fishing ponds, football field, soccer fields, shelters and ice rinks during the winter months. Bolingbrook Park District prides itself to be an organization where people feel like family. A place where staff not only strives for excellence, but is also innovative, attentive and passionate about what they do. Its promise to the residents of Bolingbrook is to provide world class park and recreation services in a fiscally responsible manner to enhance the community's quality of life. We truly Make the Fun Happen!!   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. 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