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Location Wheaton, Illinois

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Knowledge and experience in the operation of most equipment required to implement a landscape construction project. Must have reliable transportation. Pesticide operator license desired but not required. Must have great problem solving, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure. Must be available for varied schedule./p pstrongESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS /strong/p ol liPerform maintenance and repairs to equipment at Cosley Zoo./li liMaintain trees, shrubs, perennials, and annuals./li liPerform tree and shrub pruning and trimming and follow instructions to ensure properly performed./li liInstall, maintain, and repair general landscape improvements throughout the zoo./li liMaintains effective two-way communication with immediate supervisor./li liCommunicate professionally with coworkers and public./li liWear personal protective equipment for job functions when needed./li liAssist with non-landscape projects as needed./li liProvide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer./li liFollow the Wheaton Park District and Cosley Zoo policies, procedures, and guidelines./li liProactively support the V.A.L.U.E.S. (integrity, fun, commitment, adaptability and growth, kindness, and service) on a daily basis./li liMaintain good safety awareness and follow all safety guidelines and procedures./li /ol pstrongREQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC./strong/p pMust have and maintain: CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment./p pstrongPHYSICAL DEMANDS/strong/p pMust be able to: frequently move about the facility on uneven ground; occasionally move items such as construction materials, cleaning products, etc. up to 50 lbs. for up to 25 yards and over 50 lbs. with assistance, and position one�s self to perform maintenance and repairs, work on ladders and elevated surfaces, move on uneven ground, and grasp tools with repetitive use of hands/fingers/arms with good eye/hand coordination./p pstrongENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS/strong/p pMust be able to: frequently work in all weather conditions including, rain, snow, extreme heat and cold, with fumes, gases, odors, dust, mold, pesticides, cleaning chemicals, grease, oil, mud, poisonous plants, animal hair/dander/feces, and biting/stinging bugs and insects; occasionally wet, slippery and uneven surfaces; and rarely at heights over 12 feet with noise over 85 dbls. and in confined spaces./p pstrongHOURS/strong/p pMonday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m/p pstrongSALARY/strong/p p$16.00 - $17.00 per hour DOE/p pstrongSALARY RANGE/strong/p pMinimum Midpoint Maximu/p p$15.00 $18.75 $22.50/p pstrongWheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. 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Posting ID: 1089527829 Posted: 2025-07-17 Job Title: Zoo Building Ground Landscaper