CP
Junior Laborer - Seasonal
part-time•Chicago
About this role
Title: Junior Laborer - Seasonal
CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CLASS: Under immediate supervision, performs elementary manual work, either indoors or outdoors. Performs related duties as required.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
- Performs elementary manual labor which does not require special experience or skill.
- Operates a “walk behind” rotary mower.
- Rakes, sweeps and clears rubbish from lawns, walks, drives or other outdoor spaces.
- Spades shrubbery beds.
- Waters lawns.
- Screens soil.
- Plants seeds, flowers or shrubs.
- Loads brush and garbage on 2-ton truck or less.
- Picks up paper.
- Plants or trims trees.
- Assists in cleaning sewers and catch basins.
- Mops, sweeps or performs similar cleaning work in buildings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Training and Experience:
Some previous experience in performing manual labor is preferable. Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to operate maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Ability to perform manual labor. Ability to respond to routine inquiries from the public.
BENEFITS: As a seasonal Chicago Park District employee in a position covered by the District’s Agreement with SEIU Local 73, eligible employees receive the following benefits:
- After three seasons in three consecutive years, 1 day of personal leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
- After three seasons in three consecutive years, 2 days of sick leave at the commencement of each quarter, accrued on a pro rata basis.
- Free Admission to most Chicago Museums.
Rate of Pay: $17.77 per hour
Union: SEIU Local 73 Career Service EEO: Service-Maintenance FLSA: Non-Exempt
What you'll do
- The Junior Laborer performs elementary manual work, including operating equipment like a rotary mower and maintaining outdoor spaces. Duties also include cleaning tasks and assisting with landscaping activities.
About Chicago Park District
The Chicago Park District owns more than 8,700 acres of green space, making it the largest municipal park manager in the nation. The Chicago Park District’s 597 parks offer thousands of sports and physical activities as well as cultural and environmental programs for youth, adults, and seniors. The Chicago Park District is also responsible for 26 indoor pools, 51 outdoor pools, and 26 miles of lakefront including 23 swimming beaches plus one inland beach. From canoeing to batting cages to arts and crafts, there is never a shortage of activities to participate in Chicago’s parks.
The Chicago Park District oversees the Garfield Park and Lincoln Park conservatories, two tropical paradises within the city that house thousands of rare and exotic plants. Popular attractions that fall under the management of the Chicago Park District include the Clarence Buckingham Memorial Fountain. Proudly referred to as Chicago's front yard, Grant Park is among the city's loveliest and most prominent parks. Ten world-class museums are located on Chicago Park District property.
On October 14, 2014 the Chicago Park District received the 2014 National Gold Medal Award
for Excellence in Park and Recreation Management. This award is presented by the American Academy for Park and Recreation Administration in partnership with the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA).
The Chicago Park District's mission is:
- To enhance the quality of life in Chicago by becoming the leading provider of recreation and leisure opportunities
- To provide safe, inviting and beautifully maintained parks and facilities
- To create a customer-focused and responsive park system
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