Park Maintenance Pro: Trades & Facilities Expert

Park-Dist-of-Highland-Par; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 88,254,566 - 97,108,401; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension/Benefit Plan (IMRF)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Days

Wellness Program

Outdoor Pool Membership

Job summary

The Park District of Highland Park is seeking a Park Maintenance II – Trades professional responsible for inspection, maintenance, and repairs across park and facility systems. Tasks span plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and masonry as needed, including irrigation, playgrounds, and aquatic areas.

Role emphasizes independent work, accuracy, and safety with a strong emphasis on customer service to park patrons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; five years of field maintenance experience in park/facility trades.
• Associates degree or professional certification in a building trade preferred.
• Ability to read sketches and manuals; read blueprints as needed.
• Valid driver's license and CPR/AED certified; willingness to obtain Playground Safety Inspector Cert.

Responsibilities

• Perform plumbing-, electrical-, or carpentry-related tasks as assigned for park/facility systems.
• Maintain and repair irrigation systems and park amenities.
• Inspect, repair, and paint facilities and equipment; install and repair playground equipment.
• Maintain and set up aquatic areas; assist with turf and landscape maintenance.
• Assist with softball/baseball fields, soccer/football fields, and tennis courts.
• Provide customer service to patrons and communicate issues to supervisors.

Skills

Grounds equipment operation

Reading sketches/blueprints

Analytical problem-solving

CPR/AED certification

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or professional certification (building trades)

Tools

Tractors

Loaders

Chainsaws

Lifts

Woodchippers

Snowblowers

Power & hand tools

Job description

The Park District of Highland Park is seeking a Park Maintenance II – Trades professional responsible for inspection, maintenance, and repairs across park and facility systems. Tasks span plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and masonry as needed, including irrigation, playgrounds, and aquatic areas.

Role emphasizes independent work, accuracy, and safety with a strong emphasis on customer service to park patrons.