Park Maintenance & Special Project

Open 19d

DeKalb Park District
Position Description

DEPARTMENT: Parks Planning and Development
TITLE: Parks Maintenance and Special Projects
CLASSIFICATION: Seasonal, Non-Exempt
SUMMARY OF POSITION: Seasonal Maintenance and Special Projects Staff actively participate in the implementation and construction of capital improvement projects occurring within the Park District.

PAY RATE: $15.00/hour - $18.00/hour

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Responsible to the Park Maintenance and Special Projects Team Leader
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The duties and responsibilities listed below are illustrative only and are not meant to be a full and exhaustive listing of all of the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Assists in the implementation of long and short-term capital project plans occurring within the District.
Assists in incorporating risk management practices and District-wide safety assessments. Complies with overall risk management goals and objectives.
Actively participates in construction projects to include: The installation of playgrounds, shelters and other park amenities; the operation of tools & equipment to perform site excavation, backfill, rough and final grading work; the operation of tools & equipment to perform concrete work, rough & finish carpentry work and other forms of construction work.
Inspects, cleans, and performs routine maintenance of district shelters, restrooms and other park amenities.
Prepares for and works at District special events and activities, and community events.
Picks up litter, collects and disposes of solid waste from District parks and facilities and participates in District recycling activities.
Performs other duties as assigned.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES:

Participates in district risk management activities and documents daily work activities.
Acts as a resource to other district staff.
Attends District training opportunities.

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