Associate Park Service Worker

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York is seeking an Associate Park Service Worker for the Bronx, focused on maintaining parks, playgrounds, and facilities. The role involves driving, operating equipment, and supervising staff, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, plus 6 months of related experience or 1 year of full-time gardening or maintenance work. A Class B CDL is required, and you will be subject to background checks and city employment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 6 months of related paid experience.
• Or 12 months of full-time gardening, grounds or maintenance experience.
• Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in NY State; license must be maintained.

Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles and operate motorized equipment safely to perform duties.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles to ensure proper operation.
• Keep landscapes and grounds in good condition.
• Clean and repair park areas, playgrounds, and facilities per agency rules.
• Operate and maintain filtration plants and heating systems.
• Supervise assigned staff and inspect work to meet deadlines and standards.
• Maintain records, track assignments, and order supplies.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL)

Job description

• Job Category: Building Operations & Maintenance
• Salary Band: $60,000 to $70,000
• Compensation: USD 52,796 - USD 60,715

Job Description

ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES

THIS JOB VACANCY NOTICE IS FOR ASSOCIATE PARK SERVICE WORKER POSITIONS IN THE BRONX

Major Responsibilities

• Drive vehicles and operate motorized equipment in a safe manner to perform assigned duties.
• Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles and ensure they operate in proper working condition.
• Effectively maintain landscape and grounds.
• Clean and repair park areas, playgrounds and facilities and ensure agency rules and regulations are followed.
• Skillfully operate and maintain filtration plant and heating systems.
• Supervise assigned personnel and closely inspect work assignments to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and according to agency specifications.
• Maintain accurate records, track assignments and order necessary supplies.

Work Location: Bronx

References will be required upon request.

Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee.

Qualifications

• 1. 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
• 2. 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.

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.