Base: $24 - $28 ph; bonus/equity: not specified; b...
Onsite
Valid driver's license required
Pesticide applicator license within 3 months
Playground safety inspector certification
The Park Specialist position at Addisonparks involves hands-on maintenance of parks and playgrounds, including turf management, horticulture, and safety inspections. The role requires collaboration with various departments and adherence to safety policies while offering a competitive hourly wage
Job Summary
The Park Specialist is responsible for a variety of park maintenance, turf maintenance, horticulture, forestry, and recreation support activities with an emphasis on general park ground maintenance and playground safety.
This hands-on position requires the employee to be on-call as needed and spend the majority of their time working in the field under various environmental conditions.
The role includes managing the safety and cleanliness of property by identifying, repairing, and inspecting park facilities, equipment, and amenities while operating and maintaining district vehicles and machinery.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
The Park Specialist position at Addisonparks involves hands-on maintenance of parks and playgrounds, including turf management, horticulture, and safety inspections. The role requires collaboration with various departments and adherence to safety policies while offering a competitive hourly wage.
Salary
Base: $24 - $28 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: IMRF Pension Eligible
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Valid driver's license required
Pesticide applicator license within 3 months
Playground safety inspector certification
Hands-on field work in all weather
Equipment maintenance and operation
Turf and horticulture maintenance
Nice-to-have
Associate or bachelor degree in related field
Experience in turf management or forestry
Collaborative internal and external communication
Snow removal operations experience
Project prioritization and labor direction
Key Requirements
High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 3 years of related experience
Obtain Class C Driver's License within 3 months
Obtain Illinois Pesticide Applicator's License within 3 months
Obtain CPR, AED, and NRPA Playground Safety Inspector certification within 6 months