PARKS GROUNDS WORKER

JOB SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Parks Foreman or assigned crew leader, the seasonal park maintenance worker performs various manual labor park maintenance and related tasks. The H-F Park District's mission statement is "to enhance the quality of life through diverse recreational opportunities, facilities and parks while caring for the environment". ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: - Provide outstanding customer service to our internal and external guests by providing friendly, responsive, courteous and helpful service. - Perform maintenance of park grounds including but not limited to weeding, mulching, watering, and trash pickup. - Perform manual labor and custodial duties in all aspects of park facility maintenance. - Report to supervisor any safety concerns noticed in parks and facilities. - Must follow, administer and implement Homewood-Flossmoor Park District policies and guidelines. - Adhere to the policies and procedures as outlined in the Safety Manual. - Perform other duties as assigned. - Do general work at the parks department as required. - Other related job duties as assigned. COGNITIVE SKILLS REQUIRED: - Like to work outdoors in all weather. EDUCATION AND TRAINING: - High School graduate required. - Valid driver's license required. OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Evening, weekend and holiday work may be required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: STANDING: Frequently SITTING: Frequently WALKING: Frequently LIFTING: Frequently, under 50 lbs. / 75 lbs. with assistance STOOPING: Frequently REACHING: Occasionally CLIMBING: Occasionally VERBAL: Proficient to communicate needs and understand directives VISION: Yes, safety, write, read English ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: - Will be exposed to all weather conditions. Hours: Must be able to work Monday through Friday 7am to 3:30pm Part-Time Benefits: Discounted individual fitness membership at Racquet Fitness Center Discounted golf fees and driving range tokens at Coyote Run Individual admission to open skate at H-F Ice Arena Individual Lions pool pass 20% off (1) facility rental/year 20% off birthday party package for child(ren) 20% off program fees Irons Oaks ropes course & climbing tower Individual ski rental at Irons Oaks (cross-country skiing) 457 Retirement Plan Participation in Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund - only available if required minimum hours are met (work more than 1,000 hours in a year). Additional benefits for facility employees only. Paid CPR/AED training and certification. Paid Leave Time Off

Created: 2026-03-04