NOW HIRING: Maintenance / Custodian (Ice Arena)

The Ice Arena Maintenance Custodian is a part-time position under the direct supervision of the Ice Arena Facility Supervisor. This position is responsible for the cleaning and routine maintenance work in the Ice Arena and its surrounding grounds.

INCENTIVES: Part-time employees receive 25% off general programs with the exception of PDNA, contracted, trips, and private lessons. In order to encourage a healthy lifestyle for our staff members, the Park District provides all staff with the opportunity to use our fitness facilities at the Community Pavilion and the Racquet, Fitness and Gymnastics Center free of charge.

ABOUT US: The Oak Lawn Park District, incorporated in 1944, has a long and proud history of serving the recreational needs of our 56,000 residents with a myriad of recreational programs and services. We operate under the state tax cap as a municipal corporation, meaning we are our own taxing body. Overseen by a Board of five elected officials, the District manages a combination of 34 parks and facilities which cover over 280 acres. In addition, we manage a Special Recreation Cooperative that offers recreational programs and services to individuals with disabilities in 9 municipalities.

*The Oak Lawn Park District is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring accommodations to the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the Personnel Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

Must be 16 years of age
Knowledge of cleaning supplies and basic tools
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must be able to work independently
Must have decision making skills
Must be able to take the initiative with tasks
Must have good communication skills
Must be able to organize and prioritize duties and responsibilities

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Ice Arena Facility Supervisor

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification
Cleans, washes floors, walls, and windows
Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies
Empties waste receptacles and facility trash
Changes light bulbs
Cleans adjacent grounds for litter and sweeps walks
Cleans and maintains locker and shower rooms including replenishing supplies
Uses daily checklist and completes each task as assigned
Setup and takedown for all facility rentals including tables, chairs, party rentals, and other programs
Checks daily facility schedule and ensures proper setup in each area as specified
Clean arena floors, stands, player benches, and surrounding areas
Communicates safety concerns to Facility Supervisor
May be requested to assist with cleaning at satellite pool facilities
Obey and enforce rules, regulations, and procedures established by the Oak Lawn Park District
Performs other tasks as needed

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

Assists Supervisor on duty with hockey goals and marginal ice maintenance tasks on ice and with ice resurfacer
Moves furniture and equipment as needed
Reports building repairs
Shovels snow
Operates gas powered snow blower
Spreads salt on sidewalks

PHYSICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Must be able to work up to 20 hours per week
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must be able to stand, move and perform labor activities for long period of time
Must walk on ice surface to perform some duties

PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Must work closely with others
Must work around the general public and patrons in the facility
Must work under the supervision and directions of supervisors
Able to multi-task and prioritize well
Must be able to communicate with staff and patrons in a friendly and professional manner

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

Employee is exposed to outside weather conditions 10 percent of the time, including extreme heat, cold snow, rain, and ice
Employee is exposed to cold conditions inside ice rink
Protective clothing is required as follows: ear plugs, safety glasses/goggles, protective gloves, and protective equipment needed for specific job task
Employee is exposed to chemicals including but not limited to cleaning supplies, oils, and gasoline

COGNITIVE CONSIDERATIONS

Must be able to follow directions from supervisor
Must be able to follow task lists completely
Must use good safety awareness and judgment at all times
Able to communicate well verbally and in writing

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