Parks and Recreation Aide 5 (Horticulture & Grounds Maintenance) - Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve
New York State Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Staten Island, New York
United States
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Posted:
May 03, 2025
- Salary: From $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly USD Hourly
- Salary Top:20.4520
- Full Time
- Agriculture or Farm or Ranch
- Building Maintenance
- Grounds and Landscaping Services
- Parks and Recreation
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Job Description
Duties Description
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
• While operating in an independent manner, performs planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing and trimming of trees, shrubs, vines, flowers, and crop plants once trained.
• Identifying, supervising, or otherwise handling the removal of invasive species.
• Inspecting the operating area to identify potential safety hazards, needs for skilled maintenance, landscaping requirements, etc.; reporting findings to supervisor(s) and/or taking corrective actions independently, as appropriate.
• Maintaining planted beds and farm field through weeding, watering, pruning, deadheading, mulching, edging, and raking.
• Operating and maintaining hand and portable power tools and motorized equipment such as mowers, tractors, sprayers, saws, tillers, etc.
• Answering questions for park visitors about horticulture, history, and general park information, and providing rule enforcement.
• Operating light trucks and other motor vehicles as required in the performance of duties.
• Loading and unloading materials, tools and equipment of varying weights and sizes, as needed, in the performance of duties assigned.
• Performing routine manual maintenance tasks including litter removal.
• Maintaining equipment and supplies properly and ensuring they are stored safely.
• Performing snow removal and maintaining grounds and structures as needed.
• Performing other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
NO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS TITLE PER CIVIL SERVICE.
Additional Comments
OPERATIONAL 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. If not licensed at the time of appointment, the appointee must obtain a driver’s license without restrictions or conditions within the term of probation.
• Must be able to write and communicate proficiently in English. The ability to communicate in Spanish is helpful but not required.
• Prior grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment, work independently and set priorities as assigned by supervisor.
• Must possess strong interpersonal and communications skills.
• Must be willing to support additional tasks and projects as assigned and be willing to occasionally support tasks and projects at other New York State Parks’ work sites in the New York City Region.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.
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: 05/16/25 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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