What are the responsibilities and job description for the Natural Resources Technician 3 (Grand Lake St. Marys State Park) - 20053278 position at Ohio Department of Natural Resources?
What We Need
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Technician 3 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park located in Auglaize County. The address is 834 Edgewater Dr. St. Marys, OH, 45885. To learn more about Grand Lake St. Marys State Park please visit Grand Lake St. Marys State Park. Please note that a Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is required.
What You Will Do…
Pesticide applicator license as issued by Department of Agriculture required within one year of hire; positions operating watercraft must complete boat operator education course per Ohio Revised Code 1547.05.
Unusual Working Conditions
May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemical spray; may work in or near water; may work evenings, weekends &/or holidays; works outside & may be exposed to inclement weather; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; unpleasant odors, human & animal waste, outdoor elements (e.g., animals, insects, poison ivy).
12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in safety practices; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in use of shop, hand & power tools & light equipment; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in carpentry, electrical repair & plumbing; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in equipment operation, maintenance & repair (e.g., tractors with attachments); valid class A commercial driver's license without restrictions.
Organization
Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information
Lyndon Cornish - lyndon.cornish@dnr.ohio.gov or 1-614-265-6461
Unposting Date
Dec 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Auglaize
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Auglaize County-St. Mary's
Compensation
$22.60/hr
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
7 AM to 3:30 PM Days/Hours may vary
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
General Maintenance
Technical Skills
Carpentry Trade, General Maintenance, Natural Resources, Plumbing Trade, Electrical Trade
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Customer Focus
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Technician 3 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Grand Lake St. Marys State Park located in Auglaize County. The address is 834 Edgewater Dr. St. Marys, OH, 45885. To learn more about Grand Lake St. Marys State Park please visit Grand Lake St. Marys State Park. Please note that a Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is required.
What You Will Do…
- Work outside in some of the most beautiful parks in Ohio;
- Perform customer service functions with a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction and safety;
- Act as lead maintenance worker for utilizing carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and equipment operation skills;
- Maintain facilities, grounds, &/or equipment;
- Maintain a variety of park equipment and vehicles;
- Interact daily with a variety of customers who utilize the park & watercraft facilities;
- Starting hourly pay $22.60/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $25.77/hr.
- There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the OCSEA pay range schedule & longevity rates OCSEA Employees | Department of Administrative Services.
Pesticide applicator license as issued by Department of Agriculture required within one year of hire; positions operating watercraft must complete boat operator education course per Ohio Revised Code 1547.05.
Unusual Working Conditions
May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemical spray; may work in or near water; may work evenings, weekends &/or holidays; works outside & may be exposed to inclement weather; may be exposed to dangerous machinery; unpleasant odors, human & animal waste, outdoor elements (e.g., animals, insects, poison ivy).
12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in safety practices; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in use of shop, hand & power tools & light equipment; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in carpentry, electrical repair & plumbing; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in equipment operation, maintenance & repair (e.g., tractors with attachments); valid class A commercial driver's license without restrictions.
- Or 6 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Technician 2, 22622; valid class A commercial driver's license without restrictions.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Organization
Natural Resources
Agency Contact Name and Information
Lyndon Cornish - lyndon.cornish@dnr.ohio.gov or 1-614-265-6461
Unposting Date
Dec 1, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
DNR Auglaize
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Auglaize County-St. Mary's
Compensation
$22.60/hr
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
7 AM to 3:30 PM Days/Hours may vary
Classified Indicator
Classified
Union
OCSEA
Primary Job Skill
General Maintenance
Technical Skills
Carpentry Trade, General Maintenance, Natural Resources, Plumbing Trade, Electrical Trade
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Customer Focus
Agency Overview
Who we are:
Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!
Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!
Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.
Salary : $23 - $26