Part-Time, Seasonal
Hosts are the core of operations of The Forge: Lemont Quarries. Hosts are the first encounter many guests will have as they enter our park and will be a presence in many of our activities. Hosts will assist in preparing and running a multitude of activities, doing everything from organizing games of laser tag, helping guests into kayaks, confirming appropriate gear up at Ropes Course, and offering an outstanding guest experience.
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Host responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Part-Time, Seasonal
Climb & Zipline Guides are the most crucial position on the Ropes Course. Guides provide encouragement, assistance, support, and guidance to guests, all while maintaining a professional and respectful demeanor. All of this is done while mitigating risks for our guests and maintaining safety principles as they explore the ropes course both in the air and on the ground.
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Climb + Zipline Guide responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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*Applicants may be under the age of 18 provided that their 18th birthday is within 1 month of the start of training*
Part-Time OR Full-Time
The Forge: Lemont Quarries is seeking a Group Sales Representative to assist our business in securing customers and increasing sales by prospecting groups for events such as corporate outings, government agencies, non-profit organizations, school groups, birthdays and more!
This is a part-time position, with potential full-time growth in the future.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Group Sales Representative develops, implements, and continually evaluates the sales and outbound strategy for assigned areas, with short- and long-term goals that support the mission of The Forge: Lemont Quarries.
Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
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Part-Time, Seasonal
Recreation Supervisors are the backbone of The Forge Lemont Quarries. They provide assistance, support, and guidance to all staff and guests while maintaining a professional and respectful demeanor. Supervisors are to model what The Forge Lemont Quarries represents in both action and presentation.
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Supervisor responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Full-Time, Seasonal
The Whalon Lake Supervisor oversees off-site kayak rental operations, including opening and closing procedures, guest services and equipment maintenance. This role requires strong organizational skills and a commitment to providing a safe and enjoyable experience for all guests.
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*The position requires an individual to run an off-site location alone and be responsible for a cash operation.
Part-Time, Seasonal
Event staff members are integral to the operations of The Forge: Lemont Quarries. Event staff members assist in running a multitude of tasks during our concert series and special event programming. These tasks will include checking in guests, ID’ing guests, and of course serving our alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Team members will also be responsible for setting up and running our stands during concerts and programming.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Host responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Full-Time, Seasonal ($17/hr)
The ideal candidate will have a passion for the outdoors, sports, or recreation and love working with kids! In this role, you will be directly responsible for creating an unforgettable camp experience for lots of awesome campers. A positive attitude, a love for working with kids and a desire to make a difference are a must!
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The Camp Counselor is on the front line of creating the ultimate experience and making a difference in the lives of many children. This person will work with multiple departments in order to achieve this goal. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
All successful candidates must be able to pass a background check and will be required to complete a staff training and orientation program.
PHYSICAL & SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:
June 2-6, 2025 Training Week Monday-Friday 8am-4pm
June 7, 2025 CPR/First Aid/AED Certification (if necessary) 8am-Noon
June 9 -August 1, 2025 Camp
No Camp on July 3 & 4 2025
Part-Time, Seasonal (Stipend $17 per hour)
The ideal candidate will have a passion for the outdoors, sports, or recreation and love working with ages 3-6 yrs old! In this role, you will be directly responsible for creating an unforgettable camp experience for lots of awesome campers. Camp Coyote is a mixture of Nature based fun, games that inspire creativity and exploration as well as arts & crafts, bikes,jumping and being active outside!
A positive attitude, a love for working with kids and a desire to make a difference are a must!
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Camp Counselor is on the front line of creating the ultimate experience and making a difference in the lives of many children. This person will work with multiple departments in order to achieve this goal. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
All successful candidates must be able to pass a background check and will be required to complete a 2 day staff training and orientation program.
PHYSICAL & SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:
Tues, Wed, Thursdays 8am -1pm July 8, 2025 - July 31, 2025
2 Training Days: June 25 & 26, 2025 10am-4pm
Part-Time, Seasonal ($17 per hour)
Tues, Wed, Thursdays 8am-4pm | July 7-July 31, 2025
The ideal candidate will have a passion for the outdoors, nature and love working with kids! In this role, you will be directly responsible for creating an unforgettable camp experience for lots of awesome campers. A positive attitude, a love for working with kids and a desire to make a difference are a must!
This Nature based learning camp provides opportunities for campers to experience, explore, problem solve and be immersed in Nature. Taking lace at our NEW Forge Nature Center,programming includes a weekly program visit from Cosley Zoo to provide animal encounters, Forge Kids Zone, Jumping Zone and Discovery Zone, Forge Mini Golf and Kayaking.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Camp Counselor is on the front line of creating the ultimate experience and making a difference in the lives of many children. This person will work with multiple departments in order to achieve this goal. Responsibilities include, but are not necessarily limited to:
behavioral de-escalation
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
All successful candidates must be able to pass a background check and will be required to complete a staff training and orientation program.
PHYSICAL & SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:
June 25 & 26 8am-4pm
*We ask that time off for Vacations and regular Doctor appointments be taken after camp is finished or at weekends when camp is not in session. Please disclose any planned time off you may require as hiring decisions will be based on availability.
Part-Time, Seasonal
The Forge: Lemont Quarries is looking for an ambitious professional to assist (seasonally) in the production of events at The Mount at The Forge: Lemont Quarries. The Special Events Coordinator will handle the logistics of both entertainment and educational programs at the park events for the Spring, Summer and Fall 2025 Season. This position reports to the Director of Programming. The successful candidate is someone who is steadfastly committed to working with teammates and third party partners to deliver memorable experiences for guests of all ages and abilities.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
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PHYSICAL AND SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
This position is Seasonal- Part Time and mainly focused on weekend days and weekend evenings- the occasional weekday event may be scheduled.
A WORD OR TWO ABOUT OUR CULTURE
The Lemont Quarries Adventure Park is a public/private social enterprise that provides engaging recreational activities for adventurers of all kinds. From ropes courses, ziplines and rock climbing towers to running, mountain biking and hiking trails, our parks seek to provide a community focused, authentic outdoor experience for urban and suburban areas. Our team and our patrons are deeply dedicated to the promotion of an active, outdoor lifestyle. Our park is designed and purpose- built to engage all levels of participants through activity passes, instruction, food and beverage programming as well as festivals, concerts,camps, races and other outdoor events.
LEGAL DISCLOSURES
Lemont Quarries Adventure Park (LQAP) provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin,age,disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, LQAP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. 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.
NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work ion the United States. LQAP is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.
Full-Time
Seeking a maintenance professional to assist in the maintenance, facilities, and janitorial operations across The Forge: Lemont Quarries.
PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, the Facilities Technician will be responsible for completing various janitorial duties, preventative maintenance, and improvement tasks throughout The Forge: Lemont Quarries. The ideal candidate will be well versed in general maintenance tasks and help create a clean and inviting environment for park guests.
Key Responsibilities Include:
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
PHYSICAL AND SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS
To be successful in this position, you must be available to work a full-time schedule with additional weekend and holiday hours as needed to address immediate concerns and peak season maintenance issues that may arise.
Additionally, because our business is the operation of an outdoor adventure park, you must be willing to work in all seasonal outdoor weather conditions as management and operational duties may require. This means that you must be willing and able to climb onto park facilities such as cargo container structures and park attractions as necessary and lift and carry a minimum of 50 pounds.
A WORD OR TWO ABOUT OUR CULTURE
The Forge: Lemont Quarries is the premier destination for authentic outdoor recreation in Chicagoland. Our vision is to exhilarate, entertain, and educate our guests while holding ourselves to keeping our promises to restore and preserve the natural environment of our park, deliver innovative and one-of-a-kind recreational experiences, provide engagement through attractions, and foster a communal commitment to mental and physical well-being. Our team and our patrons are deeply dedicated to the promotion of an active, outdoor lifestyle. We are an open, inclusive workplace and welcome applicants who bring diverse life experiences, including every permutation of economic and cultural backgrounds, orientation, ethnicity, and world views.
LEGAL DISCLOSURES
The Forge: Lemont Quarries Adventure Park provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, The Forge complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. 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.
NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. The Forge is an employer that participates in the E-Verify program.