Grounds and Facilities Associate

HANOVER TOWNSHIP - Grounds and Facilities Associate

Under the supervision of the Operations Manager, the Grounds and Facilities Associate is responsible performing maintenance and repair on all Township grounds and facilities as directed, from prioritized projects through the maintenance request process and/or as instructed by the Operations Manager.

Responsibilities include planting, pruning, weeding, topsoil dressing and seeding, cultivating trees and flowers, mowing, string trimming, minor electrical, plumbing and carpentry work as directed and assists the Department with internal renovation projects including painting, carpeting, and tiling.

This position ensures all Township grounds and facilities are maintained, that all equipment is in efficient running order, and is cared for properly. Performs other duties as required for the successful operation of the Department.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of experience, preferably in a landscape/grounds maintenance role, preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Class "B" CDL preferred or the ability to obtain class "B" CDL within 12 months.
• EPA Herbicide Applicator License preferred.

BENEFITS

• Excellent benefits package including major medical coverage and employer paid vision, dental, and life insurance.
  

• Retirement PENSION through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund.
• 457(b) Plan Retirement Plan.
• Yearly training allowance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• PAID Time Off including: 
  • 12 PAID Holidays per year.
  • 5 PAID Vacation Days after 30 days of employment (10 Vacation Days after one year of employment, 15 Vacation Days after 5 years of employment.
  • 12 PAID Sick Days per year (accrue one sick day per month).
  • Up to 40 hours of Paid Leave For All Workers per calendar year.
  • 1 PAID Floating Holiday per calendar year.

Please submit an application* or resume to Operations Manager, Rick Nelson, at rnelson@hanover-township.org.  *Employment applications and a copy of the complete job description can be found at www.hanover-township.org. Hanover Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer.