Location: Wheaton, IL
Company: Forest Preserve District Of Dupage County
forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure and recreation of it's citizens.
Job Purpose This position a ss i sts the Resource Management and Development division's design professionals with fieldwork and administration work associated with researching, planning, designing, and implementing Capital Improvement Projects throughout the District utilizing resource based design principles in adherence to the District's Mission. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assist in gathering field data utilizing
GPS units, surveying equipment, and digital camera. Assist in the preparation of site analyses, conceptual drawings, master plans, presentations, construction documents, details, specifications, quantity takeoffs, and cost estimates utilizing various traditional and computer aided design and drafting software.
Assist in administering contracts including conducting reference checks, preparing written correspondence, attending coordination meetings, performing construction observation and inspections for compliance with plans and specifications, and measuring and confirming field quantities for processing pay requests. Assist in administering various internal work order requests between
district departments Develop graphic aids and exhibits including both hand-drawn and computer-generated formats.
Perform general office duties such as ordering drafting supplies, and organizing flat file data, scanning drawings and filing. Participate in public input gathering meetings and open houses as required. Collect construction material samples including soils, gravel, geotextiles, and miscellaneous pavements etc. Assist in environmental sampling including air, water, and soil using appropriate equipment. Assist in monitoring of vegetation planting activities and construction of engineered facilities including trails, waterways, and storm water management facilities.
Prepare construction observation reports as required. Additional duties as assigned. Starting Pay: $15.00-$20.00 an hour Education and Experience Required A d ditional In f orm a tio n : M ust be 1 8 y e ars of age or older by the f irst day of em p lo y me n t. Performing fieldwork and accessing construction sites will require jeans and safety boots. Other PPE items will be provided by the District (hard Hats, Gloves, Safety Vests, etc. ) H o urs: May - S e p tember; 4 0 hou r s per w eek, 8:00am - 4:30pm ( m ay i nc l ude w e e k e nds on oc c asi o n) Pr e fer r ed Ex p erie n ce: Must be entered into an accredited Professional Program for Landscape Architecture or Civil Engineering, or related field, at their respective school.
Spe c i al training or ot h er l i cens e , c ertificatio n : Must h ave com p leted cou r se w ork in Landscape Architecture , Civil Engineering , or r e lated fie l d; or e q uiv a l ent comb i nati o n of tr a ini n g and e xperience. A bil i ty to w ork in an office and outdoor setting. A bil i ty to o p erate computers, survey equipment, and hand t o ols etc. A bil i ty to f o l l ow w ritten and o ra l dire c tion and re l ate to the p ublic.
Must have a val i d dr i ver ' s l i c en se. Skil l s In: Familiarity with Microsoft Office Word and Excel is essential. Knowledge of Autodesk Auto CAD, Autodesk Civil 3D, Trimble Sketch Up, ESRI Arc Gis/Map, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe In-design, and other Microsoft Office products is preferred. Knowledge of both native and non-native plants of the Midwest is preferred. General proficiency in performing mathematical calculations is required. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The Forest Preserve District of Du Page County is an EEO employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, interaction, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Architect/Design jobs encompass a variety of roles focused on conceptualizing, planning, and creating structures or systems. These positions include architects, urban designers, landscape architects, and industrial designers, among others. Individuals in these roles are responsible for not only the creative aspects but also ensuring the functionality, safety, and sustainability of their designs. They often balance aesthetic vision with technical requirements and work collaboratively with engineers and contractors to bring projects to life. A key characteristic of these jobs is the blend of art and science, as practitioners must possess both creativity and technical expertise.
forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure and recreation of it's citizens.
Job Purpose Work involves operating equipment and performing manual labor supporting landscape maintenance (trees, shrubs, turf, and general appearance of District preserves/facilities). This position assists Grounds Management Crews employing proper arboricultural practices to ensure the safety of all forest preserve users while maintaining the health of its natural resources. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs landscape
maintenance of preserves including edging, weeding, flower planting, cultivation, shrub pruning and flower/shrub watering Performs turf maintenance includes hand mowing, trimming, sidewalk edger, various small hand and power tools Plants perennials, annuals, bulbs, bushes, and trees Installation of soil and compost Spread woodchips and split firewood De-litter turf areas prior to mowing Facility general cleaning including garbage removal, cleaning of gutters, etc.
Opening and closing procedures within the preserves Assist with volunteer workdays Providing assistance to garden and special event volunteers (including set-up and breakdown) Perform other duties as required Education and Experience
Required Additional Information: Must be 18 years of age or older by the first day of employment.
Bring lunch and water daily for working in the field. Safety boots and safety glasses required. Reimbursement available for safety boots and prescription safety eye wear. Hours: April - September, Monday - Friday 6:45am-2:45pm Starting Pay: Starts at $16.00 an hour Preferred Experience: Landscape maintenance and turf management (lawn mower or line trimmer) Special training or other license, certification, etc. Must have a valid Driver's License. Skills In: Identification of trees, shrubs, native grasses, wild flowers, and exotic weeds for horticulture aspects of preserve management; safe and proper operation and maintenance of a variety of grounds equipment; performing manual labor tasks; understanding and following verbal or written instructions; maintaining effective working relationships.
The Forest Preserve District of Du Page County is an EEO employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, interaction, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure and recreation of it's citizens.
Job Purpose Work involves operating equipment and performing manual labor supporting the Landscape crew in the maintenance of operations at a specific facility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Assists maintenance operations on facility's acres and visitor gardens Prepare, soil amending, and cultivation of landscape bed(s) Install soil and compost Edge beds, apply mulch, and provide plant irrigation Manual weeding and application
of granular pre-emergent herbicide, deadhead flowers Perform plant fertilization, mowing, de-littering, and line trimming Use various associated power tools Complete turf restoration Clean up beds in spring and fall Perform other duties as required Education and Experience Required Additional Information: Must be 18 years of age or older by the first day of employment.
Bring lunch and water daily for working in the field. Safety boots and safety glasses required. Reimbursement available for safety boots and prescription safety eye wear. Hours: April - September, Monday - Friday 6:45am-2:45pm Starting Pay: Starts at $17.00 an hour Preferred Experience: Understanding of landscape management
activities, conceptual garden design, and water conservation.
Special training or other license, certification, etc. One (1) year of grounds maintenance experience and understanding of soil science, perennial and woody plant management and identification. Must have a valid Driver's License. Skills In: Identification of trees, shrubs, native grasses, flowers, and weeds for horticulture aspects of grounds management; safe, proper operation and maintenance of a variety of grounds equipment; performing manual labor tasks; understanding and following verbal or written instructions; maintaining effective working relationships. The Forest Preserve District of Du Page County is an EEO employer.
We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, interaction, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
forests, prairies, wetlands and associated plant communities or lands capable of being restored to such natural conditions for the purpose of protecting and preserving the flora, fauna and scenic beauty for the education, pleasure and recreation of it's citizens.
Job Purpose Work involves operating equipment and performing manual labor supporting landscape maintenance (trees, shrubs, turf, and general appearance of District preserves/facilities). This position assists Grounds Management Crews employing proper arboricultural practices to ensure the safety of all forest preserve users while maintaining the health of its natural resources. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs landscape
maintenance of preserves including edging, weeding, flower planting, cultivation, shrub pruning and flower/shrub watering Performs turf maintenance includes hand mowing, trimming, sidewalk edger, various small hand and power tools Plants perennials, annuals, bulbs, bushes, and trees Installation of soil and compost Spread woodchips and split firewood De-litter turf areas prior to mowing Facility general cleaning including garbage removal, cleaning of gutters, etc.
Opening and closing procedures within the preserves Assist with volunteer workdays Providing assistance to garden and special event volunteers (including set-up and breakdown) Perform other duties as required Starting Pay: $15.00
an hour Education and Experience Required Additional Information : Must be 18 years of age or older by the first day of employment.
Hours: May - August ; Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Preferred Experience: Landscape maintenance and turf management (lawn mower or line trimmer) Special training or other license, certification, etc. Must have a valid Driver's License. Skills In: Identification of trees, shrubs, native grasses, wild flowers, and exotic weeds for horticulture aspects of preserve management; safe and proper operation and maintenance of a variety of grounds equipment; performing manual labor tasks; understanding and following verbal or written instructions; maintaining effective working relationships.
The Forest Preserve District of Du Page County is an EEO employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, interaction, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, interactionual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
