Park Worker 3 (John Jay Homestead)

About the Role

This position involves semi-skilled maintenance and repair work across multiple trades, building and ground maintenance, equipment operation, and supervision of lower-level employees in a park setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair activities in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical trades.
• Conduct building and ground maintenance and cleaning activities.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on power-driven mechanical equipment such as trucks, tractors, mowers, line trimmers, and power saws.
• Operate and maintain mechanical systems including fire detection and protection, HVAC, and water treatment systems.
• Assist with pruning and tree trimming using chain saws, stump grinders, bucket trucks, and chippers.
• Assist with traffic control and vehicle parking.
• Build and repair roads, paths, picnic tables, benches, trails, and park equipment.
• Assign, supervise, review, train, and evaluate the work of lower-level employees.
• Respond to emergency situations by applying emergency procedures, directing staff, and assisting patrons.
• Maintain records for daily maintenance, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and personal timekeeping.
• Assist in snow removal, shoveling, and operate snow plow vehicles during winter months.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Enforce park rules and ensure proper customer service by directing staff and interacting with patrons.
• Assist in other areas of park operations as needed.

Requirements

• One year of experience in the operation and/or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility; OR
• One year of experience in any of the following fields:
  • Law enforcement or security
  • Firefighting
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Environmental education or stewardship
  • Natural resources management (e.g., forest management, wildlife management/preservation)
  • Historic preservation or interpretation
  • Landscaping or grounds maintenance
• One year of military service in any branch of the United States Armed Forces; OR
• Thirty (30) semester credit hours of college-level coursework from an accredited college or university; OR
• Completion of a two-year technical/trades school program; OR
• Two years of experience as a trade assistant working under the direct supervision of a skilled tradesperson.

Credit hours must be awarded by a college or university accredited by a recognized agency. For degrees awarded outside the U.S., independent verification of equivalency is required. See http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm for details. Candidates are responsible for evaluation fees.

Operating Needs

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license allowing operation of a vehicle in New York State.
• Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must be able to work a variable schedule, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• Must be able to operate a chainsaw and complete OPRHP Sawyer Training or equivalent within the probationary period.
• Must obtain a Grade "C" Water Operator's Certification within the probationary period.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing facility and operations work in a park setting or related field.

Benefits

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

• Paid Time Off:
  • CSEA: 44 days (13 vacation days, 13 sick days, 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays)
• Health Care Benefits:
  • Affordable health insurance programs for eligible employees and dependents
  • Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
  • New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
  • NYS Deferred Compensation access
  • Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  • Paid Parental Leave

Positions located within Westchester County are eligible for an additional $4,000 annual Mid-Hudson adjustment.

Learn more about benefits at https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.