Maintenance Worker I (Seasonal)

Classification : Seasonal

Department : Middle Fork Operations

Work Location : Middle Fork River Forest Preserve (Penfield, IL)

FSLA : Non-Exempt

IMRF : Not eligible (works less than 1000 hours annually)

Hours : This is a seasonal position with typical work hours falling between 7:00am-3:30pm, unless otherwise scheduled to open or close the preserves. Some evenings, weekends, and holidays will be required depending on operational needs. The position will begin approximately May 1st.

Salary : Grade 2: $17.25 - $24.99, starting pay at base of range

POSITION SUMMARY

The seasonal Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of labor tasks related to the maintenance and upkeep of the forest preserve grounds, buildings, user areas and equipment.

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Site Superintendent. Specific daily work assignments may be supervised by other full-time staff.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintains preserve vegetation by mowing, edging, aerating, fertilizing, tree and shrub trimming, planting, pruning, watering, and weed control

Gathers, loads, and hauls refuse and vegetation from grounds and user areas

Inspects, maintains, all preserve restrooms, shower house, campground including daily cleaning and trash removal

Locks/unlocks rental facilities, sets up for events and rental functions, and ensures that facilities are clean and equipped as needed for all rental activities

Inspects facilities, grounds, beach area and user areas for hazards and unsafe conditions, makes necessary repairs or modifications, and reports findings to supervisor

Maintains and services equipment to keep it in a safe and efficient working order

Assists visitors with general questions

Assists with general road repairs including asphalt patching and gravel road maintenance

Operates District vehicles and equipment in a safe manner

Perform all job tasks in compliance with the Districts Safety Manual and the department training manual

Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED

Ability to understand and follow both verbal and written directions

Experience with (or ability to learn) the use and maintenance of tools of the trade, both powered and non-powered

Good communication skills and ability to maintain good working relationships with supervisors, team members, volunteers, and the public

Ability to work independently under general supervision, to exercise judgment in the performance of duties, and to identify or solve problems as they arise

Ability to maintain composure and self-control in difficult situations

Ability to safely and effectively operate District vehicles and/or equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

Basic knowledge and experience in a like position with similar duties and responsibilities

CPR/AED and First Aid certification

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Work is primarily performed outdoors under various weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or wind. Duties will be performed in close proximity to the general public and the employee may have frequent interactions with patrons. While performing the duties of this position, the employee may be exposed to hazardous flora and fauna (e.g. poison ivy, wild parsnip, biting/stinging insects, ticks) and chemicals (e.g. cleaning supplies, herbicides/pesticides, and gasoline/oil). The employee may also be exposed to machinery with moving mechanical parts and high noise levels.

Normal duties may include stooping, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. Prolonged standing or walking, often on unpaved/uneven terrain, will be frequent. The employee may regularly handle, grasp, or feel objects; reach, push, or pull to reposition items; and may regularly lift up to 50 pounds to shoulder height or above and up to 100 pounds to carrying height. Ability to talk and hear or otherwise effectively communicate with staff and patrons is required. Visual acuity necessary for this position includes close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.

Use of personal protective equipment will be required based on job specific tasks. This may include, but is not limited to, the following items:

Work boots

Protective gloves

Safety goggles or glasses

Chaps

Earplugs or ear covers

Reflective vest or hi-vis shirt

Respirators or masks

Helmets or hard hats

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described above are representative of those an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EEO Statement

The Champaign County Forest Preserve District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or any other non-merit factor.

Application Procedures

Applicants must submit an online application at www.ccfpd.org in order to apply for the position. Applications will be reviewed on a continuous basis and will be accepted until position is filled. For questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at ... or ....