Natural Resources Technician 1 (Pymatuning) - 20053457

State of Ohio; Andover Township (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Ohio, via the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, seeks a Natural Resources Technician 1 for Pymatuning State Park in Ashtabula County. This permanent, full-time role supports park upkeep, facilities, and guest services, with required evening, weekend, and holiday work.

The position is based at 6100 Pymatuning Lake Rd, Andover, OH 44003. Starting pay is $20.05 per hour, with scheduled increases to $21.48 per hour over the first 2.5 years, plus possible COLA and longevity pay.

Qualifications

• Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary.
• Valid driver's license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Responsibilities

• Work with customers and staff diligently to provide exceptional customer service and maintain the park with customer satisfaction in mind.
• Take daily tasks and execute them in a timely manner.
• Maintain campgrounds and all other recreational facilities, grounds, &/or equipment.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for our staff and visitors.
• Work in different field operations: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roofing, masonry, roadway operations, mechanic, operate machinery, and chainsaws.
• Starting hourly pay of $20.05/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 2.5 years of service, with an end salary of $21.48/hr.

Skills

General Maintenance

Education

Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment

Job description

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization: Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information: Robin D'Errico, [e-mail], 614-265-6984

Work Location: 6100 Pymatuning Lake Rd., Andover, Ohio, 44003, United States

Compensation: $20.05/hr.

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: variable

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill: General Maintenance

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.

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 1 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Pymatuning State Park, assigned to Ashtabula County. The address is 6100 Pymatuning Lake Rd., Andover, OH 44003. To learn more about Pymatuning State Park please visit Pymatuning State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

This position will be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

What You’ll Do

• Work with customers and staff diligently to provide exceptional customer service and maintain the park with customer satisfaction in mind
• Take daily tasks and execute them in a timely manner
• Maintain campgrounds and all other recreational facilities, grounds, &/or equipment
• Maintain a safe and clean environment for our staff and visitors
• Work in different field operations: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roofing, masonry, roadway operations, mechanic, operate machinery, and chainsaws
• Starting hourly pay of $20.05/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 2.5 years of service, with an end salary of $21.48/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.

Unusual Working Conditions

May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemicals; may work in, on 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).

Why Work For The State Of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
• Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary valid driver's license

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills

General Maintenance

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.