Maintenance Tech II Grounds Landscape Crew

Forest Preserve District of DuPage County; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF pension

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Sick time

Life insurance

Deferred compensation

Job summary

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to join our Grounds Landscape Crew in West Chicago, IL. You will focus on installation, maintenance, and repair of landscape features, including planting and vegetation management across the district's preserves.

Applicants should have 1–3 years in landscaping and general maintenance, possess a valid IL Class A CDL within 6 months, and may need to travel across the district. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of related experience in maintenance duties and operation of machinery and equipment.
• Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within 6 months of employment.
• Current IL Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Operator's License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair landscape features throughout the district's preserves.
• Planting, vegetation management, trailside landscaping, and upkeep of natural areas.
• Bench construction, finishing, and maintenance as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

Landscaping

Maintenance

Drainage systems monitoring

Job description

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to join our Grounds Landscape Crew team located in West Chicago, IL. This role is a great opportunity to join a skilled, supportive team dedicated to high-quality work and the larger mission of the forest preserve.This position focuses on the installation, maintenance and repair of landscape features throughout the district's preserves, including planting, vegetation management, trailside landscaping, and the upkeep of natural areas. Additional responsibilities may include bench construction, finishing, and maintenance.

Compensation

$26.65 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience.

The position includes a comprehensive and generous benefits package featuring:

• Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF) pension program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation options

About the Role

We are looking for a team-player with an Illinois Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with 1-3 years of experience in landscaping and general maintenance. Experience installation, maintenance, and monitoring of various types of drainage structures. Current IL Dept. of Agriculture Pesticide Operator's License preferred. This position works in a variety of different settings and will require travel throughout the district.

Schedule

Schedule is Monday - Friday 6:45 am to 2:45 pm.

Key Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older at the time of hire.
• 1-3 years of related experience in maintenance duties and operation of machinery and equipment.
• Valid Driver's License in good standing;Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within (6) months in good standing.
• IL Department of Agriculture Pesticide Operator's License within (6) months of employment.

The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.