Park Technician Lead

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland, Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service, seeks a Park Technician Lead to supervise and perform maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment across state parks. The role includes leading seasonal staff, writing project specs, coordinating with contractors, and supporting park operations including opening/closing facilities and assisting with events.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and at least three years in skilled trades;

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: 3 years in skilled maintenance or park-related trades.
• Desire: ability to multitask and lead small crews.
• Must be able to operate tractors and heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and maintain grounds, facilities and equipment at parks.
• Operate power tools and heavy equipment as needed.
• Lead seasonal staff and coordinate with contractors.
• Assist with day-to-day park operations, openings/closings and events.
• Participate in planning and renovations when required.
• Prepare specifications for renovations and new projects.

Skills

Multi-tasking

Independent work

Small equipment repair

Vehicle maintenance

Computer skills

Operate tractors/machinery

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Introduction

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.

Introduction

This is a position specific recruitment for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Park Service. This recruitment will be used to fill current vacancies for the position and may be used to fill future vacancies in the same classification/function. Future vacancies may also be filled via other recruitments. The resulting eligible list will be maintained for one year.

GRADE

ASTD13

LOCATION OF POSITION

STATEWIDE – eligible list will be used to fill vacancies across the state

Main Purpose of Job

Park Technician Lead is the lead level of maintenance work in state parks and forests. Employees in this class have responsibility for the supervision and maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment within a park, forest or recreation area, provide assistance on new facilities and perform maintenance work. Employees in this classification do not supervise other Park Technicians.

Employees in this classification receive general supervision from a Park Technician Supervisor, a Park Maintenance Program Supervisor or other designated official depending upon the size of the park operation. An employee in this classification may lead or supervise unskilled or semi-skilled laborers, including permanent employees, long-term contractual employees, seasonal employees and volunteers, to include scheduling employees’ work assignments, providing assistance on new facilities as well as performing maintenance work. While maintenance of park, forest or wildlife grounds is the primary function of this position, employees may occasionally be assigned other operational functions.

Park Technician Lead is differentiated from Park Technician II in that the Park Technician Lead assigns work and provides training to lower level park technicians. The Park Technician II performs the full range of duties under general supervision and does not lead lower-level Park Technicians.

POSITION DUTIES

These positions will be responsible for supervision and maintenance of grounds, facilities and equipment at the park including day use areas, campground, headquarters/shop complex, bathhouses, and multiple park buildings. These positions are responsible for operating and maintaining power tools and heavy equipment, overseeing and performing routine grounds, facilities and equipment maintenance in this state park. These positions involve maintenance and construction projects for maintenance, repair and improvements to park grounds and facilities, including carpentry, electrical, masonry and plumbing.

The incumbents will also lead and supervise work of seasonal employees. The Park Technician Lead may write specifications for renovations and new projects, may participate in planning or renovations and provide oversight to contractors. While the maintenance of park buildings is the primary function of these positions, the selected candidates will also assist with day-to-day park operations, including opening and closing park facilities, assisting with park visitor needs, and helping with special events as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Three years of experience in the skilled maintenance or construction trades, e.g. Electrician, Plumber or experience in the maintenance of a park, forest or wildlife facility.

Notes

• Candidates may substitute education in the field of forestry, wildlife biology or park management at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 credit hours for each year of experience for up to two years of the required experience.
• Candidates may substitute additional experience at the rate of one year of experience for one year of education up to four years of the required education.
• Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in equipment, facilities, and services classification or equipment facilities, and services specialty codes in the equipment, facilities, and services field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates should have experience multi-tasking and working independently
• Candidates should have experience in small equipment repair and basic vehicle maintenance
• Candidates should be able to use a computer to fill out forms and utilize electronic e-mail
• Candidates should be able to operate tractors and heavy machinery
• Candidates should have experience leading work crews or volunteer groups in project completion
• Candidates should have some operational experience in parks in the event of emergency or facility breakdown

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Special Requirements

• Some positions in this classification are assigned duties which will require the candidates to be examined by a Physician. After an offer of employment, candidates for such positions will be given a medical examination to certify the ability to perform the essential job functions.
• Upon permanent appointment, employees in this classification may be required to reside in the county, region, or park to which they are assigned.
• Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require a valid operator license for heavy equipment, such as bulldozers, back-hoes, payloaders or tractors.
• Employees in this classification may be required to provide a telephone number listed in the agency’s telephone directory or on file with Forest, Park and Wildlife Communications Center in case of emergencies.
• Employees in this classification may be required to attend training and be certified as a water plant operator.
• Employees in this classification may be required to lift objects weighing up to 40 or more pounds.

SELECTION PROCESS

Please make sure you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date. We will not accept information submitted after this date. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be considered for this position. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Report all education and experience related to the essential functions and qualifications of this position.

For education obtained outside the U.S., a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

Your application is part of the examination process. The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of this position. The rating will be based on the information provided on your application. Therefore, it is important you provide all the experience and education related to this position completely and accurately.

Benefits

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

We thank our Veterans for their service to our country, and encourage them to apply.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.