Landscaping Assistant - $20.89/HR

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor is seeking a full-time landscaper to assist the landscaping team. The role involves mowing, planting, pruning, mulching, and seasonal snow removal, with a focus on maintaining park aesthetics.

The position requires 18+ years old, outdoors work in varying weather, and strong teamwork. Weekend availability is expected, and shifts run in the morning into early afternoon during the summer season.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Day shift (7am-3:30pm) summer hours (6am-2:30pm) and weekends.
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude.
• Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others.

Responsibilities

• Keep turf grass neatly mowed and trimmed.
• Water plant materials as needed.
• Transplant trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and flowers.
• Pruning of plant materials.
• Pull weeds throughout the park.
• Spread mulch throughout shrub beds.
• Help with snow removal.
• Comply with Six Flags safety, fire responsibilities, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to park attendance policy.
• Follow and complete all delegated tasks deemed by management.
• Adhere to Six Flags Standards of Appearance.

Skills

Outdoor work

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Professional demeanor

Motivated

Job description

Assisting our Full-Time Landscaping Team as they work on the landscaping through our park! Must be 18 years or older.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Keeping all turf grass neatly mowed and trimmed
• Watering of plant materials on an as needed basis
• Transplanting of trees, shrubs, groundcovers, and flowers
• Pruning of plant materials
• Pulling weeds throughout the parks
• Spreading mulch throughout shrub beds
• Help with snow removal
• Comply with all Six Flags Safety and Fire responsibilities, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to Park attendance policy as stated in the Six Flags Handbook
• Follow and complete all delegated tasks deemed by management
• Adhere to Six Flags Standards of Appearance

Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum Age: 18
• Specific Availability: Day shift (7am-3:30pm) summer hours (6am-2:30pm) and weekends
• Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
• Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude
• Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others