Seasonal Landscape Crew Member — Parks & Recreation

Des Plaines Park District; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost facilities

Free pool pass

3 months fitness pass

Golf discounts

Job summary

The Des Plaines Park District is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew – Seasonal to help maintain park grounds, fields and garden plots during the summer season. You will work early mornings and weekends.

Ideal candidates are 18+ years old, with a high school diploma preferred and a valid Illinois driver's license. This seasonal role supports district events and park operations and offers community-centered work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred.
• Related experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains turf areas including mowing and trimming.
• Inspects parks, cleans up debris.
• Install and maintain landscape material such as flowers, trees, shrubs, grass, etc.
• Prune hedges and trees.
• Assists in landscape construction projects.
• Inspects, cleans, maintain and performs routine maintenance on related equipment.
• Cleans buildings and restrooms as needed.
• Performs safety inspections and repairs on athletic fields and parks.
• Constructs and performs daily maintenance on athletic fields.
• Performs support services at Park District and community events.
• Operates District vehicles and equipment.

Education

High School Diploma Preferred

Job description

The Des Plaines Park District is seeking a Landscape Maintenance Crew – Seasonal to help maintain park grounds, fields and garden plots during the summer season. You will work early mornings and weekends.

Ideal candidates are 18+ years old, with a high school diploma preferred and a valid Illinois driver's license. This seasonal role supports district events and park operations and offers community-centered work.