Seasonal Gardener

Job DetailsJob Location: LUTHY BOTANICAL GARDEN - PEORIA, IL 61603Position Type: SeasonalSalary Range: $16.00 - $17.50 HourlyDuties: Under the supervision of the Park Manager, the Seasonal Park Maintenance Staff is responsible for the following:

Performing all duties assigned for the maintenance of the park property. This includes various different operations, such as:

Mowing with push mower or riding mower

Trimming with power weed trimmers or manually

Emptying garbage barrels and picking up litter

Cleaning and maintaining public restrooms

Flower beds - planting, weeding, watering

Athletic field maintenance and preparation for games

Picnic shelter preparations and clean up after picnics

Set up and take down for special events

And maintenance of all equipment.

Reporting any vandalism, unusual condition, emergency situation, or incident to the Park Manager immediately.

Following all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Supporting all aspects of the Park District's safety program.

Performing other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

Ability to reach, walk, pull, kneel, squat, and bend at the waist and knees.

Ability to operate machinery relative to job duties.

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

QualificationsEducation: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Must be 18 years of age or older.

Knowledge and Ability:

Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Aptitude for on-the-job training.

Requires a valid Illinois State Drivers License.

Ability to work well with Park District personnel.

Ability to work a flexible schedule including weekends, evenings, and special events.

Ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public.

Ability to be professional, respectful, accountable, innovative, to follow safety procedures, and be equitable to both internal and external customers.

Personal: Work record that shows reliability, integrity, initiative, and resourcefulness.

Perks:

Part-time employees enjoy discounted recreation classes and free admission to select Park District facilities.

The Peoria Park District hires without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, pregnancy, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service, protected veteran status, or on the basis of any characteristic protected by law.

All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.