Seasonal Tree Care & Grounds Maintenance Tech

Fox Valley Park District; Aurora, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Fox Valley Park District is seeking a Forestry Maintenance Worker to assist with tree maintenance and related outdoor work at the Cole Maintenance Shop in Aurora, IL. The role involves planting, trimming, pruning, watering, and inspecting trees and shrubs throughout the district and nurseries.

Applicants should be 18+, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and have a valid IL driver's license. The position is part-time/seasonal with some overtime during planting seasons and a minimum

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older with a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid IL driver’s license.
• Experience in grounds maintenance with tree knowledge and chain saws preferred.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work outdoors in all weather including heat/humidity.
• Familiar with maintenance equipment operations and hand/power tools; drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Work on ongoing restoration and maintenance projects under Arboriculture supervision.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Plant, trim, prune, water, and inspect trees and shrubs within the district and nurseries.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• This is an at-will position.

Skills

Tree knowledge

Chain saws experience

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Equipment operation

Driver's license (IL)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

The Fox Valley Park District is seeking a Forestry Maintenance Worker to assist with tree maintenance and related outdoor work at the Cole Maintenance Shop in Aurora, IL. The role involves planting, trimming, pruning, watering, and inspecting trees and shrubs throughout the district and nurseries.

Applicants should be 18+, hold a high school diploma or equivalent, and have a valid IL driver's license. The position is part-time/seasonal with some overtime during planting seasons and a minimum