Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks and Recreation Aide 3 (Stony Brook - Finger Lakes Regional Maintenance)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $18.19 to $18.19 Hourly
Duties Description Under the general supervision of the Regional Trades Specialist, (SG-12), or designee, the incumbent may perform journey-level work in the primary trade of Masonry. Duties may include performing both skilled and semi-skilled tasks, ensuring operational efficiency and adhering to safety standards. Duties may include, but are not limited to:
• Perform masonry-related tasks including layout procedures, blueprint reading, mixing products, and overall coordination of assigned projects.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, equipment, and vehicles necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and codes.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) related to job tasks assigned.
• May perform medium to heavy manual labor as part of daily tasks. Must be capable of lifting up to 60lbs.
• Collaborate with other staff, contractors, and vendors to complete work efficiently.
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service.
See additional comments for operational needs.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor
• Must be able to lift up to 60 pounds
• Must comprehend and understand safety regulations on all aspects of operation.
• Must possess essential skills in problem solving, critical thinking and decision making.
• Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and have a knowledge of good safety practices.
***Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The candidate is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address FL.employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 2221 Taughannock Park Road
Notes on ApplyingAll candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the operating needs for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud.”
Your application must be received by June 21, 2026 and submitted via email to FL.employment@parks.ny.gov. You must include “Vacancy ID 217797 - PRA3 - Stony Brook SP Regional Maintenance" in the subject line of your email. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the operating needs. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEP OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.