Parks Specialist II: Horticulture & Conservatory Care

Courts Plus; Elmhurst (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Personal days

Sick leave and holidays

Paid parental leave

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Elmhurst Park District in Elmhurst, IL, is seeking a Parks Specialist II - Horticulture to care for the Wilder Park Conservatory and surrounding spaces, bring seasonal displays to life, and contribute to community spaces.

Responsibilities include greenhouse and garden maintenance, planting, pruning, turf care, snow removal, and supervising seasonal staff; qualifications include a high school diploma and Illinois pesticide license; salary starts at $45,516 with a range to $63,723.

Qualifications

• High school or trade school diploma or equivalent with 3 years of experience in parks maintenance or landscape contracting.
• Illinois Pesticide Operator’s License and Class “C” driver’s license required within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain greenhouse, conservatory, gardens, natural areas and park landscapes.
• Care for garden plants: planting, watering, fertilizing, soil amendment, pruning.
• Care for trees and shrubs: pruning, mulching, removal, planting, watering.
• Maintain walks, lots, and trail surfaces; turf care including mowing, trimming and edging.
• Provide snow and ice removal; general park/facility maintenance and repairs.
• Train and supervise seasonal staff.

Skills

Parks maintenance

Landscape contracting

Pesticide knowledge

Education

High school diploma or trade school

Job description

Elmhurst Park District in Elmhurst, IL, is seeking a Parks Specialist II - Horticulture to care for the Wilder Park Conservatory and surrounding spaces, bring seasonal displays to life, and contribute to community spaces.

Responsibilities include greenhouse and garden maintenance, planting, pruning, turf care, snow removal, and supervising seasonal staff; qualifications include a high school diploma and Illinois pesticide license; salary starts at $45,516 with a range to $63,723.