Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $50884 Annually
"Other" Explanation Sunday – Wednesday 6:00am to 4:30pm <br />Holidays and weekends as needed
Workday
Minimum Qualifications 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 tradesperson.
Duties Description Under higher-level supervision, the incumbent will perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks and responsibilities in the operation and maintenance of Keuka Lake State Park. Duties will include:
• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks listed below with an emphasis on electrical systems:
o Minor electrical repairs (changing switches and light fixtures, light bulbs, breakers)
o Plumbing repairs (water leaks, winterizing buildings, repairing plumbing fixtures)
o Mechanical work (servicing vehicles and equipment)
o Painting (prepping surfaces before applying paint, varnishing, and then applying paint to walls, tables, outside of buildings)
o Carpentry tasks (minor repairs to buildings, marina docks, and roofs, and assisting in remodeling of cabins)
• Supervise, train, assign and review lower-level employees.
• Complete monthly equipment use reports and help maintain trucks and equipment.
• Operate a variety of pieces of equipment including aerial lift, chainsaws, pole saws sanders, mowers, various grounds maintenance equipment, tractor, snowplow, backhoe, and dump trucks.
• Tree trimming, chipping, and removal.
• Communicate with the public in a friendly, helpful manner.
• Assist in operation of park office as need.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.
Additional Comments 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 be able to follow written direction, record and document required information, and communicate effectively.
• Must be able to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work.
• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy manual labor.
• Must have the ability to operate a chainsaw and must have completed Game of Logging or Parks approved chainsaw operator course within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be familiar with computer systems and office procedures.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address FL.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
2221 Taughannock Park Road
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications, agency operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Ronda Williamson, Park Operations Manager, 2221 Taughannock Park Road, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or to FL.Employment@parks.ny.gov by the date indicated below. If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Ronda Williamson at (607) 387-7041 ext. 105.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
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