Seasonal Parks Groundskeeper

City of Rock Island, IL; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Rock Island, IL is seeking seasonal Parks Grounds workers to maintain park landscapes and sports fields. The role requires physical outdoor labor using hand and power tools, operating maintenance vehicles, and assisting with event setup.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and possess a valid driver’s license or be able to obtain one before starting. A background check and substance screening apply after interview; work period runs March through November.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to perform physical tasks in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Applicants must meet minimum age of 16 and obtain a valid driver's license at interview or before starting work.

Responsibilities

• Plant, maintain, rehabilitate, and construct landscape areas and features.
• Use mowers, trimmers, and backpack blowers to maintain grounds.
• Collect litter and clean paths, beds, fountains, and lots.
• Prepare facilities before events and maintain during events.
• Paint equipment and structures as needed.
• Operate pickups, mowers, tractors, and small maintenance vehicles.
• Repair or replace edging, walls, and plantings as required.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Lawn maintenance equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

City of Rock Island, IL is seeking seasonal Parks Grounds workers to maintain park landscapes and sports fields. The role requires physical outdoor labor using hand and power tools, operating maintenance vehicles, and assisting with event setup.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old and possess a valid driver’s license or be able to obtain one before starting. A background check and substance screening apply after interview; work period runs March through November.