Trail & Field Operations Technician (Remote)

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; Ray Brook (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in Ray Brook, NY seeks an interior operations crew member for trail maintenance and boundary line work, often in remote mountains and harsh weather. The role requires operating power tools and potentially snowmobiles/ATVs, with overnight outpost stays possible.

Applicants should have a NYS driver’s license and relevant custodial/grounds experience; basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical knowledge is a plus.

Qualifications

• One year of service as a Facility Operations Assistant 1 or Motor Vehicle Operator; OR two years of full-time, verifiable experience in custodial, grounds, or maintenance operation or assisting in a journey-level trade.
• Must possess a valid New York State driver's license.
• Position based out of Ray Brook, required to work in remote mountainous locations in adverse weather.

Responsibilities

• Operate chainsaws, brush saws and most hand and power tools.
• May be required to operate snowmobiles and ATVs as necessary.
• Overnight stays at interior outposts may be required.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing and electrical is helpful.
• Must adhere to all safety protocols.
• Must follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must utilize snowshoes and skis for winter travel.
• Experience with map and compass, land navigation and wilderness travel is desirable.

Skills

Chainsaw operation

Brush saws/hand tools

Snowmobiles/ATVs operation

Winter travel (snowshoes/skis)

Map & compass navigation

Safety protocols

Follow written/verbal instructions

Education

Valid New York State driver's license

Job description

New York State Department of Environmental Conservation in Ray Brook, NY seeks an interior operations crew member for trail maintenance and boundary line work, often in remote mountains and harsh weather. The role requires operating power tools and potentially snowmobiles/ATVs, with overnight outpost stays possible.

Applicants should have a NYS driver’s license and relevant custodial/grounds experience; basic carpentry, plumbing and electrical knowledge is a plus.