Seasonal Serviceman Jobs

Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of skilled tasks involving manual labor and the use of hand and mechanical tools and equipment to provide a high level of proficiency in the maintenance, repair, construction and servicing of District grounds and properties. Operates and/or performs maintenance on a variety of light and heavy vehicles and other motorized or mechanical equipment, such as trucks, tractors, bulldozers, riding mowers, salt spreaders, trailers, and other devices. Transports heavy equipment and vehicles. Inspects and dispatches District vehicles and equipment. Ensures the proper and safe usage and maintenance of District vehicles and equipment. Positions are in Willow Springs, and Rolling Meadows, IL, but may be assigned to other locations in Cook County as needed. This is a 6 month (seasonal) Local 700 union position.

Typical Duties

Operates and performs maintenance on a variety of equipment including, but not limited to vehicles (i.e., pickup trucks, one-ton dump trucks, three-ton single axle dump truck equipped with trailers); small, mechanized equipment (i.e., riding mowers, line trimmers, push mowers, asphalt roller, chain and pole saws, snow blowers, leaf blowers, salt spreaders, water-pump tanks); and heavy equipment (i.e., skid steers with various attachments, tractors) and other various equipment.

Ability to operate concrete/asphalt walk behind saw, asphalt hotbox, tar kettle, heat lance, vibratory roller or walk behind plate tamper, crack sealant machine and shovels in order to repair potholes, catch basins, replace damaged pavement at parking lots and trails; assists with repairs of walkways, steps, and other facility amenities.

Drives to various District locations throughout Cook County on a regular basis.

Performs manual labor using hand or power tools.

Performs minor welding repairs on equipment.

Instructs and/or directs others in team projects.

Assists with grass-cutting and brush/tree trimming assignments, as assigned, using various equipment including, but not limited to, tractors with attachments such as bush-hogs, sickle bar and snorkel, triplexes, riding mowers, hand-held trimmers, push mowers and saws and chipper.

Assists with garbage and illegal fly-dump removal assignments on District property and along roadsides that are adjacent to District property, as assigned, with the combined use of garbage, dump and/or pick-up trucks, as well as arrow boards, depending on task.

Transports equipment and vehicles.

Operates grass mowers; repairs fences; and builds or repairs picnic tables, etc.

Performs janitorial duties and other housekeeping duties, as assigned.

Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of equipment, job site and other areas.

Assists with the painting and deployment of garbage receptables.

Exercises judgment, skill, and discretion in the performance of duties and problem solving.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a current Cook County resident.

Must possess at least 1 season of professional work experience in refuse sanitation or construction or asphalt pavement, or sewer repair.

Must possess a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with an Air Brake endorsement.

Preferred Qualifications

Possession of CDL work experience with a municipal or government agency; OR at least 1 season of work experience with the Forest Preserves of Cook County (FPCC); OR at least 1 season of work experience as a Conservation Corp Crew member; OR at least 1 season of work experience on property of the FPCC with partners such as the Chicago Zoological Society, Chicago Botanic Garden, Greencorps Chicago; OR at least 1 season of work experience with other partners such as, Friends of the Forest Preserves or the Student Conservation Association.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

Skill in the safe and effective use and application of a wide variety of tools and equipment as characterized herein and/or applicable to area of assignment.

Ability to repair infrastructure involving sewers, pavement, curbs, guardrails, etc.

Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively with the general public.

Ability to explain and demonstrate the effective use of methods and techniques to others.

Ability to learn and apply new methods and techniques relative to servicing and operating equipment.

Ability to lead and/or direct others.

Ability to perform manual labor in connection with assigned duties.

Skill in transporting of vehicles and equipment.

Ability to manually load and unload a variety of material and supplies.

Ability and willingness to work in an outdoor environment, including but not limited to exposure to natural elements, inclement weather, plants, and animals.

Ability to engage in various types of physical exertion including, but not limited to climbing, lifting, pulling, pushing, and moving objects of up to fifty (50) pounds.

The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

Veteran’s Preference

When applying for employment with the Forest Preserve District of Cook County, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference, a Veteran must:

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

Identify him/herself as a Veteran on his/her employment application by answering “Yes” to the question “Are you a military veteran?”

Attach a copy of his/her DD 214, DD 215, or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation) at the time of application by uploading it as part of your application. If there are multiple DD 214s, DD 215s, or NGB 22s, the one with the most recent date should be submitted. Coast Guard members must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (before 911) or the Department of Homeland Security (after 911).

Provide original applicable discharge papers at time of interview.

General District Employment Requirements

PROOF OF EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES WILL BE REQUIRED.

MUST BE A RESIDENT OF COOK COUNTY AND REMAIN A RESIDENT AT ALL TIMES DURING EMPLOYMENT WITH THE DISTRICT.

MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED AT THE TIME OF HIRE OR SUBMIT A REQUEST FOR A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION WITHIN 1 WEEK OF START DATE.

The Forest Preserve District of Cook County is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person’s race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. We value our employees and the different talents, expertise, and viewpoints that each brings to the table. We believe a robust exchange of ideas results in better decision-making and we commit to providing a constructive, safe, and positive work atmosphere that promotes mutual respect and empowers individuals to thrive in their jobs.