Natural Resources Technician 3 | Ohio Department of Natural Resources

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USD 57,859,000 - 67,502,000

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11 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Employee Development Funds

Paid time off & holidays

OPERS retirement

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) seeks a Natural Resources Technician 3, stationed at Paint Creek State Park in Highland County. You will work outdoors, maintain campgrounds and equipment, and interact with park visitors while leading equipment projects as needed.

The role offers a stable benefits package and opportunities for growth. Starting pay is $20.60/hour with increases leading to $23.49/hour, with progression over 4.5 years.

Qualifications

12 months training or 12 months experience in safety practices.
12 months training or 12 months experience in use of shop, hand and power tools & light equipment.
12 months training or 12 months experience in carpentry, electrical repair and plumbing.
12 months training or 12 months experience in equipment operation, maintenance & repair.
Valid driver’s license; CDL if required for certain equipment.

Responsibilities

Work outside in Ohio’s parks and outdoor settings.
Perform customer service functions to ensure satisfaction and safety.
Acts as a lead worker for excavation and equipment projects.
Maintain campground facilities, grounds and equipment.
Maintain a variety of park equipment and vehicles.
Interact daily with park and watercraft facility users.

Skills

General Maintenance

Customer Service

Vehicle Maintenance

Building Maintenance

Collaboration

Leading Others

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Light Equipment

Job description

Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for a Natural Resources Technician 3 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Paint Creek State Park, assigned to Highland county. The address is 7860 Upp Rd. Bainbridge, OH 45612. To learn more about Paint Creek State Park please visit Paint Creek State Park.

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.
Acts as a lead worker for excavation and equipment projects
Maintain campground 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 of $20.60/hr with multiple pay increases over your first 4.5 years of service, with an end salary of $23.49/hr.

What’s In It For You…

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

Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

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, positions may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

We are ready for you!

We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!

Qualifications

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 driver’s license; valid commercial driver’s license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code.