*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*
Major Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, operate a wide range of vehicles and field power equipment from trucks and trailers, tractors, loaders, mowers, weed whackers, snow blowers, chain saws and more.
- Assist with tracking projects, work orders and documenting work.
- Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles and ensure they operate in proper working condition.
- Take part in all assigned projects as directed, including inventory, construction, demolition, planting, pruning and concrete mixing and spreading.
- Effectively maintain landscape and grounds. Clean and repair park areas, playgrounds and facilities and ensure agency rules and regulations are followed.
- Supervise assigned personnel and closely inspect work assignments to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and according to agency specifications.
- Respond as part of a team as needed to citywide efforts and emergencies; snowstorms; hurricanes, and tornado damage clean-up.
- Assist with the maintenance and repair of an inventory of crew tools, equipment and vehicles and other types of motorized equipment.
- Maintain accurate records, track assignments and order necessary supplies.
Work Location: TBD
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 765252.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 06/08/2026. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.
nyc.gov/parks
MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.
For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)
ASSOCIATE PARK SERVICE WORKER - 81106
1. A four-year high school diploma or its education equivalent and 6 months of full-time satisfactory paid experience in gardening, grounds or tree maintenance, or in the building, construction or maintenance trades; or
2. One year of full-time experience in gardening, grounds or tree maintenance, or in the building, construction or maintenance trades; or
License Requirement:
Possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York. There may be certain age requirements to obtain this license. Employees must maintain the Class B Commercial Driver License during their employment.
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