What are the responsibilities and job description for the City Park Worker position at DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION?
City Park Worker
- DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION
Posted on
07/31/2026
- Full-time
Location
BRONX
- No exam required
Department
BX CHIEF OF ADMIN
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Job Description
Major Responsibilities
- Assist in general maintenance work, including lawn mowing, edging, seeding, snow removal, cultivating, fertilizing, sod laying, hedge trimming, sweeping, raking of litter and emptying of receptacles.
- Clean and maintain facilities including public restrooms.
- Perform minor repair work including, but not limited to, plumbing, masonry, electrical, painting, carpentry, metal work and vehicle and equipment repair.
- Drive vehicles and operate other motorized equipment.
- Perform safety checks on facilities and equipment.
- May move furniture, climb and perform other physical activities as required in the performance of assigned duties.
Work Location: Bronx
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 788982.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
- Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
CITY PARK WORKER - 90641
Minimum Qualifications
Qualification Requirements
1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
2. A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York is required.
3. Ability to read and to understand and obey orders is required.
4. There are certain medical and physical requirements.
Preferred Skills
1. Commercial Driver License (CDL) a plus. 2. Ability to drive to locations in all five boroughs. 3. Ability to work flexible hours, nights and weekends as needed.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
788982
Posted until
08/14/2026
Title code
90641
Civil service title
CITY PARK WORKER
Title classification
Labor-3
Business title
City Park Worker
- Experience level: Entry-Level
Job level
00
Number of positions
10
Work location
Bronx Hdqt., 1 Bx Rvr Pkwy., B
- Category: Building Operations & Maintenance
City Park Worker
Salary : $46,395