Park Worker 3

Minimum Qualifications

• One year of experience in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or
preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation;
OR
• One year of military service in any of the military branches;
OR
• An Associate’s or higher-level degree, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework;
OR
• Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.

If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.

Duties Description

Under the general supervision of higher-level personnel, the incumbent will:
• Operate Garbage Truck working Saturdays and Sundays Memorial Day Weekend until Labor Day.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment, including trucks, tractors, mowers and power saws.
• Load and unload cargo from vehicles and storage.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance, including trash collection and comfort station cleaning.
• Assist with traffic control and parking of vehicles
• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities in a variety of trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, and mechanical repairs and painting.
• Assist in building and repairing roads, paths, picnic tables, benches, trails and park equipment and works in other areas of park operations as needed.
• Assign, supervise, review, train, and evaluate work of lower-level employees.
• Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices, assisting and directing staff, and working with patrons to minimize potential problems.
• Assist in snow removal, shoveling snow, and will operate vehicles to plow snow during the winter months.
• Assist in general swimming pool maintenance and operation. Assists in maintaining appropriate filtration and chemical treatment of pool.

Additional Comments

OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment
• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must have the ability to supervise others, communicate effectively, and read and comprehend written materials.
• Must possess or obtain Game of Logging training within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Pool Operator Certification within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off
• PEF & CSEA: 44 days - 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
• M/C: 39 days - 13 vacation days, 8 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
• Three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership • NYS Deferred Compensation • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) • Paid Parental / Family Leave
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Closing Date/Time: 05/10/24

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