Qualifications * To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily * A High School diploma or equivalent is required * Possession of a valid Class "B" or higher Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement must be obtained within six (6) months of hire * Must have current CPR/AED certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire * Candidates must have considerable experience performing grounds maintenance and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above * This position may require possession of a State of Illinois Pesticide Public Applicator's License * A thorough background investigation, including personal and professional references and criminal background will be conducted prior to offer of employment * Candidates must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment physical examination and drug/alcohol screen following a conditional offer of employment * The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and/or cold, wet and/or humid conditions or airborne particles * The ability to withstand heights, walk on roofs, maneuver around and/or through obstacles, construction materials, manufactured materials and/or equipment is required when the employee is at job sites * The employee may be required to perform tasks requiring overhead movement * An individual in this position may frequently need to lift, carry, push or pull objects, up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds * There is frequent twisting, kneeling, squatting, stretching, crawling, climbing, reaching, wrist turning and grasping * Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate various pieces of equipment * Employee is required to use cognitive ability to reason, analyze and verbalize thoughts and ideas * Attendance is required for a 40-hour work week, which currently consists of five 8-hour days * Other equipment includes cellular communications equipment, tape measure, flashlight, testing equipment, light mechanical equipment, ladder or scaffolding, level, laser level, combustible gas detector, automotive vehicle and job-specific equipment as required by assignment * Fox Lake, IL 60020: Relocate before starting work (Required) | Responsibilities * This position is responsible for the security, safety, buildings and grounds maintenance for Parks within the Village of Fox Lake * This position also performs snow and ice control operations at Lakefront Park and has potential to assist the Streets Department for snow and ice control operations throughout the Village * Specific work assignments are to be coordinated with the Program & Events Manager and Streets Supervisor * Reports to and works under the general direction of the Parks Supervisor * Operates various types of equipment and, based on assignment, performs a variety of tasks in maintenance, operation, repair of parks facilities * As appropriate, keeps records of work performed, project specific time and materials used for billing or future work planning * Complete electrical work such as installation and repair of street lighting and building electrical work * Operate construction equipment in a safe manner such as front end loader, bobcat, backhoe, and five-yard dump trucks * Operates a wide variety of equipment and vehicles of various classifications as qualified and assigned including dump trucks, tractors, mowers, loaders, chipper, backhoe and other equipment; operates various hand and power tools * Performs snow and ice control duties, drives dump truck with snow plow and salt spreader, and assists in emergencies such as flood and wind or rain storms * Performs various semi-skilled building maintenance, repairs and construction tasks including painting, plumbing, carpentry, masonry and electrical work * Cleans, sweeps, washes and performs maintenance and repair tasks in public buildings and facilities * Performs landscaping activities, including mowing grass, seeding, fertilizing, sweeping, pesticide application, raking grounds, planting and trimming trees and shrubs, and general gardening; performs landscaping repairs to restore and replenish topsoil; rakes, grades and seeds the area as required * Performs environmental services, collection of brush, bagged leaves and other debris; grinds brush and prepares compost material * Performs facility, park and right-of-way maintenance, including trash removal and trashcan installation and maintenance, tree planting, pruning and removal, sign installation and maintenance, and path, sidewalk and parking lot maintenance * Cleans and makes minor repairs to tools and equipment, including lubricating equipment and sharpening tools * Completes beach cleaning, testing, raking, beach activity and equipment setup * Responsible for proper beach signage for regulatory requirements * Prepares, preps, set up and take down of Village events, parades, and celebrations * Completes regular refuse removal and restroom cleaning, * The frequency of refuse removal and restroom cleaning may vary depending on the season and community events * Complies with all safety procedures and policies of the Village * Performs related work as required * O Materials, methods and practices used in all phases of building construction * O Common hand tools, materials and standard equipment used in maintenance, repair and construction work * O Practices, methods and materials used in maintenance, repair and construction of public streets, and parks facilities maintenance * O Working with mechanical equipment, electricity, plumbing, carpentry, construction and landscaping * O Perform manual labor for extended periods of time, in all weather conditions * O Understand and follow oral and written instructions * O Lead a work crew, if required * O Maintain a positive attitude and professional demeanor when dealing with the public * O Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Village employees and members of the public * O Organize, prioritize and carry out office work with minimal supervision and in a timely manner * O Safely operate a motor vehicle * This position occasionally interacts with residents, business owners, contractors, architects, vendors and other Village staff members * While performing the duties of this job, the working conditions for this position are performed mostly in a field work environment * On-site visits of buildings, residences and construction-in-progress are a regular part of daily tasks * The employee is exposed to hazards associated with on-site visits such as uneven terrain, construction hazards, noise, odors and fumes, hazardous materials/chemicals, inclement weather and poor environmental conditions, and confined spaces or other undesirable conditions * The employee will be required to drive motorized vehicles and frequently enter/exit vehicles with varying entry heights * The position may require continuation of work tasks for 16 or more hours with limited breaks in events such as snow/ice control or other natural disaster response Benefits * Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour * Expected hours: 40 per week * Employee assistance program |