Grounds Laborer-Seasonal

Crystal Lake Park District • Crystal Lake, IL

17h

About The Position

🌳 NOW HIRING: Seasonal Grounds Laborer (a.k.a. Outdoor Hero of the Parks!) 🌿 Do you love the smell of fresh-cut grass in the morning? Are you a master of mowing, a wizard with a weed-whacker, or just someone who’s happiest working with your hands in the great outdoors? We’ve got a job for you! The Crystal Lake Park District is on the hunt for Seasonal Grounds Laborers to help keep our parks looking top-notch and ready for fun this summer! Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-4:30pm , some weekends, holidays, and special events| May-August 🛠 What You’ll Be Doing: Mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, garbage clean up, and generally making our parks look amazing Keeping walkways clear of leaves and whatever Mother Nature throws our way Operating cool equipment like tractors and power tools (safely, of course) Helping set up for community events (and maybe joining the fun!) Spreading good vibes and a commitment to safety wherever you go 🌱 What You Bring: High school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age Two years of landscaping or grounds experience? That’s a big plus! CPR/AED certification preferred or willing to obtain Team spirit, solid communication, and a knack for problem-solving Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and the occasional weird weather day Sound like your kind of gig? Apply today and help us keep our parks looking awesome! 🌿 Make nature your office. 🌳 Join our team and grow something great! The Crystal Lake Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please click here for a listing of our benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18 years of age
• Team spirit, solid communication, and a knack for problem-solving
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, and the occasional weird weather day

Nice To Haves

• Two years of landscaping or grounds experience? That’s a big plus!
• CPR/AED certification preferred or willing to obtain

Responsibilities

• Mowing, trimming, planting, mulching, garbage clean up, and generally making our parks look amazing
• Keeping walkways clear of leaves and whatever Mother Nature throws our way
• Operating cool equipment like tractors and power tools (safely, of course)
• Helping set up for community events (and maybe joining the fun!)
• Spreading good vibes and a commitment to safety wherever you go

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED