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Weekend Ranch Hand Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Hoffmann Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager

Schaumburg, IL

You'll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager 2026

Winnetka, IL · On-site

Youll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager 2026

Park Ridge, IL · On-site

You'll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager 2026

Winnetka, IL · On-site

You'll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager 2026

Park Ridge, IL

Youll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager

Schaumburg, IL · On-site

You'll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Oberweis Dairy

Store Manager

Schaumburg, IL

Youll be the right-hand hero to the District Manager, keeping operations smooth, customers happy ... Weekend and evening availability is a must. 55% of our sales come during the 6-9pm time frames each ...

Wingstop

Store Manager

Bartlett, IL

$16/hr

Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand-cut seasoned fries and any ... Flexible schedule required, including weekends and nights. Strong work ethic. Minimum of 2 years of ...

General Nutrition Centers

Store Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

Frequently required to use repetitive hand-to-finger motions and reach with hands and arms ... Mall managers are expected to work peak business days including weekends (Saturday & Sunday)

Troon

Groundskeeper

Hoffman Estates, IL

$17/hr

Must possess the ability to operate all hand tools and power tools such as string trimmer, edger, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, golf utility cart, etc. and equipment related to golf course grounds ...

Troon Golf

Groundskeeper

Hoffman Estates, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $20/hr

Must possess the ability to operate all hand tools and power tools such as string trimmer, edger, hedge trimmer, chainsaw, golf utility cart, etc. and equipment related to golf course grounds ...

MEDINAH COUNTRY CLUB

Groundskeeper

Medinah, IL · On-site

$17 - $17.25/hr

Hand mowing, trimming and raking of golf courses and club grounds. * Complete routine maintenance such as course set-up, machine operation, hand watering, etc. * Assist Groundskeeper supervisors with ...

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What are Weekend Ranch Hands?

Weekend Ranch Hands are individuals who assist with the daily operations and maintenance of a ranch specifically during weekends. Their duties often include feeding and caring for livestock, cleaning stalls, repairing fences, and performing general upkeep of the property. This position is ideal for those seeking part-time work and who enjoy working outdoors with animals. Weekend Ranch Hands need to be reliable, physically fit, and able to work independently or as part of a small team.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges faced by a Weekend Ranch Hand?

As a Weekend Ranch Hand, your primary responsibilities often include feeding and watering livestock, cleaning stalls, repairing fences, and assisting with basic animal care. A common challenge is managing time efficiently to complete all necessary tasks within a limited weekend schedule, especially during busy seasons. You'll frequently collaborate with other ranch staff to ensure animals' needs are met and facilities are maintained. Adaptability and a willingness to work outdoors in varying weather conditions are important for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Weekend Ranch Hand, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Weekend Ranch Hand, you need practical experience with animal care, basic maintenance, and general ranch operations; a high school diploma or equivalent is often preferred. Familiarity with farm machinery, fencing tools, and sometimes ATVs or tractors is typically required, along with basic first aid knowledge. Strong work ethic, reliability, clear communication, and adaptability are essential soft skills in this role. These skills ensure the smooth and safe running of ranch activities, especially during busy or unsupervised weekend shifts.
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Parks Specialist Grounds

Parks Specialist Grounds

Plainfield Park District

Plainfield, IL

$47K - $69K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Life

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Description

Join Our Team as a Parks Specialist!
Starting salary: $47,320-$69,160 depending on experience and qualifications


If you love being outdoors, enjoy hands-on work, and get satisfaction from helping create beautiful, safe, and vibrant community spaces, this is the job for you! Our Parks & Planning team is looking for a skilled, motivated individual who wants to make a real impact on the parks, natural areas, and facilities our community enjoys every day.


Why You'll Love Working Here
We're proud to offer one of the most generous benefits packages around: 

100% employer-paid HMO BCBS health insurance (or low-cost PPO option)
100% employer-paid dental insurance
100% employer-paid life insurance
100% employer-paid EAP
Wellness program
Free/discounted Park District programs
Participation in the IMRF pension fund


This is a skilled classification; which requires a greater technical knowledge, specialized skill set, or previous trade experience in park and general constructions, development, maintenance and operations.

This individual performs developmental, preventative and routine aspects of park and planning department operations, under general supervision, through a wide variety of tasks that may be assigned.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ability to perform and direct/lead others in the operations that require specialty/trade skill background. This includes basic carpentry, landscape and maintenance.

Rakes, gathers, loads and hauls refuse and cut vegetation from parks and recreational facilities in order to clean park grounds, structures, and playing fields of trash and debris.

Layout and design for landscape installation and plant beds

General turf maintenance including but is not limited to watering, mowing, weed control, restoration, and fertilization.

Landscape maintenance including but not limited to natural area maintenance, trimming, pruning, planting, raking, tilling, weed control and cleaning.

Strong plants and weed identification and knowledge for the Northern Illinois climate

Perform unskilled and semi-skilled tasks involving the construction, maintenance, and repair of parks, recreational facilities, and equipment, with appropriate supervision or direction.

Apply herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides safely and in accordance with procedures.

Operate various equipment; including but not limited to mowers, tractors, skid steers, and vehicles.

Utilize a variety of hand and power tools and small engine equipment.

Inspect, report, remedy, repair any hazards, damage, vandalism and unsafe conditions for any recreation facility that includes but is not limited to buildings, pavilions/shelters, parks, playgrounds, and courts.

Performs routine and preventative maintenance of equipment, machinery, and various components of the Park District system.

Demonstrate, support, and enforce Park District customer service standards.

Safely operate district vehicles and equipment.

Participate in staff meetings and training sessions.

Perform all job tasks within the rules and guidelines of the Park District's safety program.

Assist in other sections of the department as assigned or required.

This position may include weekend shifts and/or weekend coverage.

Performs any additional related tasks as assigned or required.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent required. Some college experience in horticultural or related field preferred.

Valid driver's license required.

Specialized skill, knowledge or trade skill regarding the maintenance operation in areas that may include the following: landscape management, plant identification, turfgrass management and Athletic field management.

Ability and willingness to follow direction.

Ability and willingness to work independently with little supervision, as a team member on a crew, and to direct and oversee the work of assigned staff.

Pesticide Applicators license required; ability to certify within 6 months of hire

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