Fox Valley Park District
POSTING DATE: 02-10-2025 - Open Until Filled
FACILITY: Greenhouse - 259 S Russell Ave, is home base; work at various locations
LOCATION: Aurora, IL
HOURS: Monday - Friday hours generally 6:30am - 3pm. Some weekends may be necessary and occasional overtime is possible
RATE: $15/hour - minimum starting rate
TYPE: Part-Time/Seasonal
QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will enjoy working outdoors, have a general interest in plants and their care. Must be at least 16 years old and have a valid Illinois Driver's License. Good communication skills required with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to work in various weather conditions including high heat and humidity, rain, cold, snow and frigid temps. Must have the ability to use hand tools, garden tools, power equipment and other various machinery. Must be able to perform manual labor including: prolonged kneeling, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, and standing. Must pass a pre-employment physical with drug screen. Must wear proper length shorts or pants and work boots.
DUTIES Under the direction and supervision of the Horticulture and Natural Areas Supervisor, the Seasonal Greenhouse Maintenance worker must be sufficiently skilled to perform a wide variety of gardening tasks to include planting, weeding, watering, trimming, mulching and pruning. Job includes working independently and as a group. Work to be performed at greenhouse facility, park district buildings and outdoors at various FVPD sites. This is an at-will position.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 165 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District ... Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code :
40-16
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $15.00
FACILITY: Greenhouse - 259 S Russell Ave, is home base; work at various locations
LOCATION: Aurora, IL
HOURS: Monday - Friday hours generally 6:30am - 3pm. Some weekends may be necessary and occasional overtime is possible
RATE: $15/hour - minimum starting rate
TYPE: Part-Time/Seasonal
QUALIFICATIONS The ideal candidate will enjoy working outdoors, have a general interest in plants and their care. Must be at least 16 years old and have a valid Illinois Driver's License. Good communication skills required with the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Ability to work in various weather conditions including high heat and humidity, rain, cold, snow and frigid temps. Must have the ability to use hand tools, garden tools, power equipment and other various machinery. Must be able to perform manual labor including: prolonged kneeling, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, and standing. Must pass a pre-employment physical with drug screen. Must wear proper length shorts or pants and work boots.
DUTIES Under the direction and supervision of the Horticulture and Natural Areas Supervisor, the Seasonal Greenhouse Maintenance worker must be sufficiently skilled to perform a wide variety of gardening tasks to include planting, weeding, watering, trimming, mulching and pruning. Job includes working independently and as a group. Work to be performed at greenhouse facility, park district buildings and outdoors at various FVPD sites. This is an at-will position.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 165 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District ... Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code :
40-16
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $15.00