Land Management Grounds Worker
City of Elgin, Elgin, IL, United States
Salary :
$55,921.00 - $79,886.00 Annually
Location :
Elgin, IL
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
20260408-01
Department:
Parks and Recreation
Division:
Land Management
Opening Date:
04/08/2026
Closing Date:
5/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under supervision, performs activities necessary for the care and upkeep of grounds for City parks, open space and other facilities; maintains and makes repairs as necessary on all peripheral buildings, structures and equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs maintenance activities required for the care and upkeep of grounds including but not limited to the following: mows and trims, rakes leaves, seeds and fertilizes areas, lays sod, prunes and trims trees, plants trees and various plant material, applies pesticide, repairs, maintains, and assists in irrigation system installation and maintenance
• Performs maintenance on buildings and structures involving painting, basic carpentry, and other minor repairs
• Paints and repairs park benches, trash containers, play ground equipment, bleachers, picnic tables, tee markers, grave site equipment, and related items
• Performs snow and ice removal activities from roadways, sidewalks, parking areas, ice rinks
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.
This is medium work requiring the exertion of 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for reading and preparing written or computer reports, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, and operation of motor vehicles or equipment; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils. Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
This role requires:
• Working experience in grounds maintenance activities
• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in ground maintenance operations;
• Working knowledge of materials, tools and procedures used in building and facility maintenance and repair; elementary knowledge of horticulture relative to the care and grooming of grounds, trees, shrubs and other plant material
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to operate, maintain and repair essential equipment
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment proficiently
• Ability to use standard grounds maintenance equipment such as rotary push mowers, shovels, hedge clippers, etc
• Ability to apply pesticides and herbicides according to prescribed procedures
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, fellow workers, and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must have a high school diploma or a GED.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires possession of a valid Illinois Class A CDL Driver's License within 6 months of hire. City sponsored/provided training.
Requires possession of a valid Illinois Pesticide Operators License within 6 months of accepting the role
Must submit to and pass a physical, drug test, background check and DMV review
This position has vacancies at the Elgin Sports Complex, Center City, and Lord's Park. Location options for future positions may change based on internal candidates hired for this position.
1)
Vacation
- 1 to 6 years of service - 2 weeks
7 to 13 years of service - 3 weeks
14 to 21 years of service - 4 weeks
22 or more years of service - 5 weeks
2)
Sick Leave
Annual accrual of (.5) sick day per month.*
3)
Life Insurance
- $70,000 term group life insurance policy.
4)
Holidays
- New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.
5)
Personal Days
- Four (4) personal days shall be provided per year.
6)
Medical Insurance*
- Comprehensive major medical insurance program for employee and dependents with employee option to continue coverage upon separation from employment according to one of the available coverage options. City will pay 80% of the specified premium for HMO coverage selected (i.e., single, single plus one, or family) and 80% of the specified premium for PPO coverage selected (i.e., single, single plus one, or family) the employee will pay via payroll deduction the remaining amount of the specified premium. Employees who have alternative health insurance coverage may elect to discontinue to participate in the City's health insurance plan pursuant to the City's health insurance opt out program. The opt out benefit to such employees shall be in the annual amount of $3,000 prorated based upon employment with the city during the applicable plan year and shall be paid to a Health Reimbursement Account.
*City of Elgin is a multi-tiered benefit employer. Available benefit time may differ based on seniority within the unit. Please defer to the collective bargaining unit contract for details.
Additional benefits include
• Vision
• Dental
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending account
• Retirement - IMRF
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Deferred Compensation
• Direct Deposit
• Open Door Policy
• Centre membership
• In-house training programs
$55,921.00 - $79,886.00 Annually
Location :
Elgin, IL
Job Type:
Full Time
Job Number:
20260408-01
Department:
Parks and Recreation
Division:
Land Management
Opening Date:
04/08/2026
Closing Date:
5/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
POSITION OVERVIEW
Under supervision, performs activities necessary for the care and upkeep of grounds for City parks, open space and other facilities; maintains and makes repairs as necessary on all peripheral buildings, structures and equipment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Performs maintenance activities required for the care and upkeep of grounds including but not limited to the following: mows and trims, rakes leaves, seeds and fertilizes areas, lays sod, prunes and trims trees, plants trees and various plant material, applies pesticide, repairs, maintains, and assists in irrigation system installation and maintenance
• Performs maintenance on buildings and structures involving painting, basic carpentry, and other minor repairs
• Paints and repairs park benches, trash containers, play ground equipment, bleachers, picnic tables, tee markers, grave site equipment, and related items
• Performs snow and ice removal activities from roadways, sidewalks, parking areas, ice rinks
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.
This is medium work requiring the exertion of 80 pounds of force occasionally, up to 40 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for reading and preparing written or computer reports, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, operation of machines, and operation of motor vehicles or equipment; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils. Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
This role requires:
• Working experience in grounds maintenance activities
• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in ground maintenance operations;
• Working knowledge of materials, tools and procedures used in building and facility maintenance and repair; elementary knowledge of horticulture relative to the care and grooming of grounds, trees, shrubs and other plant material
• Mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity to operate, maintain and repair essential equipment
• Ability to operate vehicles and equipment proficiently
• Ability to use standard grounds maintenance equipment such as rotary push mowers, shovels, hedge clippers, etc
• Ability to apply pesticides and herbicides according to prescribed procedures
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, fellow workers, and the general public.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Must have a high school diploma or a GED.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Requires possession of a valid Illinois Class A CDL Driver's License within 6 months of hire. City sponsored/provided training.
Requires possession of a valid Illinois Pesticide Operators License within 6 months of accepting the role
Must submit to and pass a physical, drug test, background check and DMV review
This position has vacancies at the Elgin Sports Complex, Center City, and Lord's Park. Location options for future positions may change based on internal candidates hired for this position.
1)
Vacation
- 1 to 6 years of service - 2 weeks
7 to 13 years of service - 3 weeks
14 to 21 years of service - 4 weeks
22 or more years of service - 5 weeks
2)
Sick Leave
Annual accrual of (.5) sick day per month.*
3)
Life Insurance
- $70,000 term group life insurance policy.
4)
Holidays
- New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve.
5)
Personal Days
- Four (4) personal days shall be provided per year.
6)
Medical Insurance*
- Comprehensive major medical insurance program for employee and dependents with employee option to continue coverage upon separation from employment according to one of the available coverage options. City will pay 80% of the specified premium for HMO coverage selected (i.e., single, single plus one, or family) and 80% of the specified premium for PPO coverage selected (i.e., single, single plus one, or family) the employee will pay via payroll deduction the remaining amount of the specified premium. Employees who have alternative health insurance coverage may elect to discontinue to participate in the City's health insurance plan pursuant to the City's health insurance opt out program. The opt out benefit to such employees shall be in the annual amount of $3,000 prorated based upon employment with the city during the applicable plan year and shall be paid to a Health Reimbursement Account.
*City of Elgin is a multi-tiered benefit employer. Available benefit time may differ based on seniority within the unit. Please defer to the collective bargaining unit contract for details.
Additional benefits include
• Vision
• Dental
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending account
• Retirement - IMRF
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Deferred Compensation
• Direct Deposit
• Open Door Policy
• Centre membership
• In-house training programs