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 trades¬person.

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

Under the general supervision of higher-level personnel, the incumbent will be a part of the regional paving crew. Duties will include but are not limited to the following:

• Review, design, prepare, and pave areas of the parks within the Central Region.
• Properly clean and prepare equipment.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on a variety of power-driven mechanical equipment, including trucks, tractors, mowers, and power saws.
• Perform building and grounds maintenance, including trash collection and restroom cleaning at parks in the region.
• Assist in emergency situations by applying emergency procedures and practices, assisting and directing staff, and working with patrons to minimize potential issues.
• In winter months, assist in snow removal which involves both manual shoveling and operating snow removal equipment/vehicles.
• Assist in project planning and execution, including laying out work tasks and creating time/material lists for assigned projects.
• Perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks including the following: mechanical and motor equipment tasks (oil changes, sharpening blades, replacing belts and hoses), building and carpentry tasks (minor wood replacement and building repairs), plumbing tasks (faucet changing and bathroom winterizing), masonry (pouring sidewalks and pads), and electrical tasks (changing switches and light fixtures, light bulbs, and breakers).
• Coordinate and schedule tasks collaboratively with maintenance and trades workers to ensure jobs stay on schedule and achieve the desired outcome.

The incumbent may be assigned other duties besides those described above, including leading facility maintenance staff on projects and and supervising lower-level staff.

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 have the ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor.
• Must be able to work a variable schedule and will be required to work weekends and evening hours as needed.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons.

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

• Paid Time Off
• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 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

Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx.