Associate Park Service Worker

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities

• Under general supervision, operate a wide range of vehicles and field power equipment from trucks and trailers, tractors, loaders, mowers, weed whackers, snow blowers, chain saws and more.
• Assist with tracking projects, work orders, and document work.
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles and ensure they operate in proper working condition.
• Take part in all assigned projects as directed, including inventory, construction, demolition, planting, pruning and concrete mixing and spreading.
• Effectively maintain landscape and grounds. Clean and repair park areas, playgrounds and facilities and ensure agency rules and regulations are followed.
• Supervise assigned personnel and closely inspect work assignments to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and according to agency specifications.
• Respond as part of a team as needed to citywide efforts and emergencies; snowstorms; hurricanes, and tornado damage clean-up.
• Assist with the maintenance and repair of an inventory of crew tools, equipment and vehicles and other types of motorized equipment.
• Maintain accurate records, track assignments and order necessary supplies.
  
  

Qualification Requirements

• This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Associate Park Service Worker civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) candidates who are reachable on the promotional Associate Park Service Worker civil service list, Exam No. 1517 or Associate Park Service Worker civil service list, Exam No. 1138.
  
  

Work Location: TBD

How to Apply

All Applicants

Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 704748.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

• Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 704748 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)

ASSOCIATE PARK SERVICE WORKER - 81106

Minimum Qualifications

• A four-year high school diploma or its education equivalent and 6 months of full-time satisfactory paid experience in gardening, grounds or tree maintenance, or in the building, construction or maintenance trades; or
• One year of full-time experience in gardening, grounds or tree maintenance, or in the building, construction or maintenance trades; or
  
  

License Requirement

Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York. There may be certain age requirements to obtain this license. Employees must maintain the Class B Commercial Driver License during their employment.

Preferred Skills

• Possession of Class A Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York. 2. Towing Endorsement. 3. Passenger Endorsement. 4. Experience in working with diverse teams in an urban setting. 5. Excellent communication and organization skills. 6. Willing to work in inclement weather and able to perform intense and physically demanding work. 7. Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel. 8. Ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours.
  
  

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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.

, $51,134.00 – $58,804.00