Part-Time Park Groundskeeper: Maintenance & Grounds Care

Wheaton Park District; Wheaton, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF pension

Paid time off

Free gym access

Zoo/other facility access

Job summary

Wheaton Park District is seeking a part-time maintenance/custodial worker to support district parks and facilities in Wheaton, IL. The role requires reliable attendance, ability to perform repairs, and landscape duties, with shifts Tue–Fri 7am-3pm and up to 28 hours per week.

A valid driver’s license is required. Ideal candidates will be able to operate basic equipment, tolerate varying weather, and provide quality customer service to internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Must have good communication and time management skills.
• Able to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Attend work site as scheduled and be available for overtime.
• Perform minor building and equipment repairs.
• Paint and stain District property as needed.
• Weed flowerbeds and grounds.
• Hardscape and landscape duties.
• Operate tractor, utility truck, hand tools, power tools, and other machinery as necessary.
• Shovel snow and de-ice as needed.
• Collect garbage and pick up litter in parks.
• Path and road maintenance including patching and seal coat.
• May work on special events.
• Maintain two-way communication with staff and supervisor.
• Carry two-way or cell phone communication at all times.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Work well under pressure

Education

Driver’s license

Job description

Wheaton Park District is seeking a part-time maintenance/custodial worker to support district parks and facilities in Wheaton, IL. The role requires reliable attendance, ability to perform repairs, and landscape duties, with shifts Tue–Fri 7am-3pm and up to 28 hours per week.

A valid driver’s license is required. Ideal candidates will be able to operate basic equipment, tolerate varying weather, and provide quality customer service to internal and external customers.