Seasonal Trails and Streams Worker 2026
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Job Location:
West Chicago, IL - USA
Hourly Salary:
USD 17 - 18
Posted on:
9 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
This Seasonal Trails & Streams position assists Trails and Streams staff with the construction installation and maintenance of trails and stream systems within district preserves.
What Youll Do
- Perform trail construction and maintenance including aggregate and turf surface repair trimming encroaching vegetation brush chipping and maintaining drainage systems.
- Operate small motorized machinery light equipment and hand tools as well as motor vehicles including pickup trucks.
- Assist with trail patching and repair needs resulting from weather events that cause poor trail conditions.
- Assist with the maintenance and restoration of natural and general-use areas by removing exotic and invasive plant species.
- Assist with trail construction and installation of new trail surfaces.
- Assist with constructing stormwater drainage systems such as culverts swales basins pipes excavation and grading.
- Assist with clearing stream blockages and removing river debris.
- Foster a working environment that promotes safe work habits. Become familiar with and observe all applicable safety rules policies and procedures. Follow all safety rules related to assigned duties and support the Districts safety and risk management program. Maintain a clean orderly and hazard-free work area. Immediately report all unsafe conditions and incidents.
- Maintain a supportive working environment and demonstrate a desire to exceed the expectations of internal and external customers.
- Perform other duties as required.
What Youll Need
- 18 years of age or older at time of hire.
- Valid Drivers License in good standing.
- Previous experience in grounds maintenance landscaping or a related field preferred.
- Able to perform physically demanding tasks in outdoor environments.
- Proficiency with basic grounds maintenance equipment.
- Basic knowledge of native and invasive flora.
- Basic knowledge of conservation practices.
Schedule & Pay
- Monday through Friday. 6:45 am. - 2:45 pm.
- This position starts around April/May of 2026 and works for approximately 12 weeks.
- $17 - 18 per hour
Work Setting
- Position is based out of the Grounds Management Office inside of Blackwell Forest Preserve and requires frequent travel to Forest Preserve sites across the district.
- Safety Toe Boots are required and reimbursable. Packed lunch and water are required.
Apply Today
Follow the link to apply directly and be considered for the position.
Additional information about the position and job duties can be found in the attached job description or on our website.
The Forest Preserve District of DuPage County is an equal opportunity employer.
Key Skills
- Load & Unload
- Shipping & Receiving
- Mac Os
- Forklift
- Freight Experience
- Lift Truck Experience
- Basic Math
- Tanker Experience
- Warehouse Experience
- Commercial Driving
- Driving
- Heavy Lifting
About Company
Discover DuPage County's forest preserves and connect with nature through trails, programs, and events. Help shape the future by taking our survey and supporting conservation efforts.
