Park and Recreation Aide 5 - Masonry and Maintenance Aide (Crown Point State Historic Site)
- Salary: From $19.85 to $19.85 Hourly USD Hourly
- Salary Top:19.8519
- Full Time
- Building Maintenance
- Parks and Recreation
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Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Preferred Qualifications:
One year of employment experience in construction or maintenance, with some previous masonry experience OR completion of an appropriate one-year technical/trades school course. Experience in the maintenance of a historic site or park is desirable.
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Historic Site Manager and maintenance and restoration staff at Crown Point State Historic Site, the incumbent performs maintenance and masonry support functions at a NYS Historic Site with two sets of historic ruins with National Landmark Status, a visitor’s center and museum and a network of trails, shoreline, and grounds. As a Parks and Recreation Aide 5, job duties may include but are not limited to:
* Supporting the restoration masonry team by preparing areas for restoration and mixing batches of mortar.
* Assist in routine cleaning and maintenance of historic site facilities, including museum/visitors center, restrooms, and maintenance shop.
* Assist in winter site maintenance, including shoveling snow, applying ice melt to walkways and paths, and minor storm clean up, including collecting brush and branches by hand.
* Assist in spring cleanup including pruning low branches, cleaning drainage systems, blowing leaves, and a range of groundskeeping tasks.
* Assisting with minor mechanical repair and maintenance of equipment including tractors, lawn tractors, string trimmers, and utility task vehicles.
* May act independently with a minimum of direct supervision.
* May assist with historic site operations and traffic control, as needed.
* Communicating with other staff and park patrons in a professional and knowledgeable manner.
* Perform other related duties as assigned.
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.
* Ability to work outdoors year-round.
* Ability to communicate in writing and to read and comprehend written material.
* Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time, to climb, bend and do moderately heavy lifting.
* Must attend and complete required trainings.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System. Is eligible for health insurance dental, and vision coverage. Opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal, and holiday leave after time & service requirements have been met.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 11/07/24 -
ABOUT THE COMPANY
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New York State Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation
Show moreThe mission of Parks, Recreation, and Historic Preservation is to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all New York State residents and visitors and to be responsible stewards of our valuable natural, historic and cultural resources.
From the shores of Long Island to the mighty Niagara Falls, New York's 180 state parks offer countless opportunities to explore your natural environment, escape from the grind of the everyday and experience exciting new adventures. Beaches, boat launches, hiking trails, campsites, and golf courses all await you!
New York's state parks... With all there is to see and do, how will you spend your time?
NEW YORK STATE IS KNOCKING IT OUT OF THE PARKS!
Come work with us, and...
- Be a part of the premier park system in the United States - with more than 250 state parks, historic sites, golf courses, swimming pools, beaches, campgrounds, marinas, trails, and museums and nature centers.
- Work in some of the most beautiful, scenic, and historic places New York State has to offer.
- Make a tangible impact on your community. Parks are for everyone, and all are welcome here: People of every age, ability, color, or creed belong here – without exceptions – yourself included! People of every kind come visit us in order to have experiences – and at OPRHP, we get to be part of these special times in truly meaningful ways. See how you can make a difference as a part of Team OPRHP!
State parks and historic sites are staffed by a core of permanent employees who work year-round to maintain these precious resources. During the peak of our operating season (May through September) the permanent staff is supplemented by several thousand seasonal employees who work to ensure that our patrons have a positive and safe experience when visiting our sites.
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