Park Specialist - Parks & Playgrounds

Addisonparks

Addison, IL, USA
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

Work Rights

Not specified

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