Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $50884 Annually
"Other" Explanation Monday – Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm - Holidays and weekends as needed <br />
Workday
Duties Description Under higher-level supervision, the incumbent will perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks related to the operation and maintenance of Cayuga Lake State Park, with a primary focus on plumbing systems. Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Automotive: Performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on park vehicles and equipment, such as oil changes, brade adjustments, and replacing parts.
• Carpentry: Constructing, repairing, and maintaining wooden structures.
• Plumbing: Installing, repairing, and maintaining plumbing systems, including water lines, fixtures, and valves.
• Electrical: Assisting in the repair and maintenance of electrical systems, including lighting, wiring, and electrical fixtures.
• Painting: Preparing surfaces and applying paint or other finishes to maintain and enhance park facilities.
Additional responsibilities include:
• Supervising, training, assigning and reviewing the work of lower-level employees.
• Maintaining drinking water systems and ensuring compliance with the Department of Health guidelines.
o Conducting water testing and sampling.
o Turning on water systems across the park, including campgrounds, bathrooms, shelters, and spigots.
o Entering and working in confined spaces to charge water systems.
o Inspecting and ensuring the proper functioning of toilets, sinks, showers, spigots, and water heaters within the campgrounds and facilities.
o Checking for leaks and performing repairs.
o Shutting down and draining water systems, including supply lines and outdoor fixtures, and ensuring systems are winterized for the off-season.
o Performing water sampling.
o Managing inventory of supplies needed and purchasing necessary items compliance with New York State purchasing guidelines.
• Operating various equipment, including:
o Chainsaws
o Sanders
o Mowers
o Grounds maintenance equipment
o Tractors
o Snowplows
o Dump trucks
• Performing light security tasks as needed
• Frequently working independently with minimal direct supervision.
• Following written directions and recording and documenting required information.
• Communicating effectively with staff and patrons.
Minimum Qualifications One year of experience* in the operation and / or maintenance of a park, historic site, golf course, or recreational facility. In addition to operations and maintenance, the following types of experience are also qualifying: law enforcement or security, firefighting, environmental education, environmental stewardship, natural resource management, forest management, wildlife management or preservation, or historic preservation or interpretation; OR
One year of military service in any of the military branches; OR
An Associate’s or higher-level degree, or 60 credit hours of college level coursework; OR
Completion of an appropriate two-year technical / trades school program or two years' experience as a trades assistant under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson.
*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Additional Comments OPERATING 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 obtain a valid Grade “D” Water Operator’s Certification within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition
• Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy manual labor and have the ability to operate equipment and power tools.
• Must have the ability to operate a chainsaw and must have completed Game of Logging within the probationary period as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and have knowledge of good safety practices.
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays as needed.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Telephone (607) 387-7041 ext. 111
Email Address FL.Employment@parks.ny.gov
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Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications, agency operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Kathie Notarfonzo, Assistant Regional Director, 2221 Taughannock Park Road, Trumansburg, NY 14886 or to FL.Employment@parks.ny.gov by the date indicated below. If you have any questions concerning the position, please contact Mrs. Notarfonzo at (607) 387-7041 ext. 111.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask or mandate in any form, that an applicant for employment provide their current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.
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