Park Aide

State-of-West-Virgini; West Virginia; On-site; USD 27,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kumbrabow State Forest division of the Parks and Recreation Department of the State of West Virginia seeks a Classified-Exempt employee to perform a broad range of maintenance and public-facing tasks. Responsibilities include groundskeeping, vehicle maintenance, and basic repairs across forest facilities.

Work involves interaction with the public, enforcing park rules, and completing tasks such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in building and grounds maintenance is preferred.
• Ability to operate a range of motorized equipment.
• Willingness to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks on buildings and forest facilities.
• Mow, trim, and maintain grounds and landscapes.
• Operate tractors, mowers, and other equipment.
• Assist with fire control and waste collection.
• Inspect and repair plumbing, electrical, and carpentry as needed.
• Provide public information and enforce park rules.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Equipment operation

Public interaction

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tractor

Dump truck

Chainsaw

Mowing equipment

Job description

Classified-Exempt Position

Parks and Recreation/Kumbrabow State Forest

Under supervision of the Superintendent, this employee will perform work at various workstation operations and maintenance tasks on Kumbrabow State Forest. Employee is highly visible to the public and serves the public through notification of park rules, registration, and resolving guest conflicts. Employee will assist other staff, and perform individual hands-on work in the daily operation of various park operations. Performs a wide range of maintenance duties include: trash and litter pickup; landscaping and groundskeeping including mowing and trimming; forest boundary and trail maintenance; forest fire control; cutting, splitting, and hauling firewood; snow removal; housekeeping and janitorial work; floor care and maintenance; washing vehicles; vehicle maintenance; loading and unloading supplies; moving and replacing appliances; and inventory of supplies. Employee will complete maintenance tasks on all buildings and structures located within the forest including historic CCC-era log structures. Examples of work include painting and staining; general carpentry; plumbing repair; electrical repair; stonework repair; roof repair; equipment installation; and toilet/sewage system repair. Performs monthly inspection of equipment. Assists with wildlife control issues. Performs all other duties as required. Regular attendance is a requirement of this position.

Knowledge of building and grounds maintenance and the ability to organize and plan efficient completion of tasks. Ability to operate tractors, dump trucks, chain saws, mowing equipment, and other motorized equipment.

Employee will be available to work weekends, holidays, evenings, and night shifts. Required to wear assigned uniforms. Must be licensed or eligible to operate a motor vehicle.

Training:

Graduation from a standard high school or the equivalent.

Substitution:

Completion of the tenth grade and two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience working in a public recreational area.

PG: 4 $26,573 - $44,740

Market Rate: $40,037