OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37978052

State of Florida; Palatka (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State health insurance

457b retirement plan

401(a) retirement plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Seasonal/part-time OPS eligibility

Job summary

Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) seeks an OPS Park Attendant to support maintenance at Rodman Campground and surrounding areas near Palatka, FL. The role includes upkeep of facilities, trails and park grounds to ensure safe, clean, and welcoming spaces for visitors.

The position requires practical maintenance and construction experience, good communication, and the ability to work with contractors. Pay is $15 per hour with seasonal/temporary status at the Ocala region parks.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications include a valid driver’s license.
• Background/fingerprint check is required before employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and protect state parks and recreation areas for visitor use.
• Maintain and operate trailheads, trails, recreation areas, and facilities in the Cross-Florida Greenway east end.
• Coordinate with crews and contractors to complete tasks to standards.
• Requisition or purchase tools, equipment, and materials for repairs.
• Operate heavy and small equipment; drive state vehicles and perform routine inspections.
• Interact with the public in a friendly and courteous manner.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Construction experience

Hand tools

Heavy equipment operation

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Bench tools

Job description

Position is located in Ocala, FL

Requisition No: 883667

Agency: Environmental Protection

Working Title: OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37978052

Pay Plan: Temp

Position Number: 37978052

Salary: $15.00 hr

Posting Closing Date: 09/25/2026

Position Overview And Responsibilities

An opportunity exists for a self-motivated, hard-working individual, with strong mechanical, maintenance and construction experience to fill a maintenance position at Rodman Campground and Recreation Area located approximately 8 miles southwest of Palatka, FL. Resources include the approximately 9,200 acre Rodman Reservoir with unique natural and cultural resources and diverse recreational opportunities such as camping, picnicking, fishing, nature appreciation, boating, canoeing and hiking.

Rodman Reservoir and its surrounding property is one of Florida’s most significant outdoor recreation features. The park protects a large diversity of wildlife habitat and numerous endangered species.

Your Specific Responsibilities

This position will perform duties associated with the upkeep and protection of State Parks and recreational areas for the use of visitors.

This position is responsible for the maintenance, preservation, protection, and operation of trailheads, trails, recreation areas, and other facilities located in the east end area of the Cross-Florida Greenway. Coordinate and work with crews and contractors to ensure timely and proper completion of assigned tasks and projects.

Responsible for the maintenance and operations functions of the Rodman Campground as assigned by supervisor. Communicates and coordinates activities with supervisor and co-workers. Establishes and maintains good working relationships with Florida Park Service (FPS) stakeholders, partners and user groups to minimize conflicts regarding maintenance and operation activities.

Requisitions or purchases needed tools, equipment and materials for proper repair and maintenance of greenway facilities and equipment. Coordinates and inspects work performed by contract personnel to ensure satisfactory performance to pre-established standards. Inspects buildings and grounds for safety and cleanliness. Trash pick up and bag removal.

Operates or works with heavy and small equipment as part of the maintenance and operations activities. Works to ensure safe operation and utilization of equipment and tools. Operates state vehicles safely and is responsible for maintenance. Makes routine inspections to ensure proper standards are met. Interact with the public in a friendly and courteous manner.

Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of: the procedures and methods used in the repair and maintenance of wooden structures, plumbing and other equipment.

Skill in: using hand, power and bench tools; repairing and maintaining wooden structures, including furniture fixtures; performing brick and cement work; performing electrical repairs; painting surfaces; small equipment use and repair

Ability to: maintain the cleanliness of buildings and grounds; determine work priorities, assign work and ensure proper completion of work assignments; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License
• Successfully complete background/fingerprint check

Position Of Special Trust Requirement

This position is designated as a Position of Special Trust in accordance with DEP-422 (Positions of Special Trust or Responsibility). Any applicant being considered for employment must successfully complete a Level 2 State and National criminal history check as a condition of employment before beginning employment, and also be screened in accordance with the requirements of Chapter 435, F.S. No applicant may begin employment until the background screening results are received, reviewed for any disqualifying offenses, and approved by the Agency.

Pay

Pay: $15.00/hour

Our Organization And Mission

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s leading agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to advance Florida’s position as a world leader in protecting natural resources while growing the state’s economy. DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work

Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway SRCA

Rodman Campground

108 Rodman Dam Road

Palatka, FL 32177

The Cross Florida Greenway is unique in many ways. Occupying more than 70,000 acres of land formerly known as the Cross Florida Barge Canal, the Greenway is a 110-mile linear park that is more than a mile wide in places. It hosts more than 300 miles of trails of all types — paddling, hiking, mountain biking, equestrian and paved multi-use.

The Greenway is also a wildlife corridor and the first in Florida to have a “land bridge” across a major interstate that both trail users and wildlife utilize. Black bears use the Greenway as a major corridor, especially on the eastern end near the Ocala National Forest. The Greenway protects unspoiled segments of the Ocklawaha River, and it offers campgrounds, too. All this and more are part of the Cross Florida Greenway experience!

Click the attached link to learn more about this beautiful park: https://www.floridastateparks.org/Cross-Florida

Benefits

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

• Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*). For more details consult with People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees
• Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com
• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). (For more information, please click Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan;
• Flexible Spending Accounts;

• Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com .

Special Notes

DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses:

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An individual with a disability is qualified if he or she satisfies the skills, experience, and other job-related requirements for a position and can perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must contact the DEP Human Resources (HR) Office at [phone]. DEP requests applicants notify HR in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.