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Job Description
Duties Description
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation (OPRHP) in the Genesee Region is seeking two (2) Trail Laborers to assist in maintaining and enhancing the trail systems within Letchworth State Park and the Genesee Region. The Letchworth Trails Laborers will work as part of a team to perform a wide range of trail maintenance and construction tasks. The Letchworth Trails Laborers will report directly to the assigned Park Supervisor or Trails Specialist. The position will work with up to four trail crew members and assist volunteer group projects. This is a 40 hour/week, Monday - Thursday, seasonal position with the potential to work year-round. The typical workday will be 7:00am - 5:30pm, with a 30-minute lunch. Housing is not provided.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
• Construct dimensional lumber stairs, retaining walls, bridges, and boardwalks.
• Construct new trails and improve existing tread and drainage systems.
• Perform regular upkeep on stone staircases and retaining walls.
• Provide general maintenance for park facilities.
• Remove hazards such as fallen trees and debris.
• Groom winter trails and remove risk trees in coordination with NYS Parks operations staff during the off-season.
• Work on uneven and steep terrain, carry and move tools, materials, and equipment weighing 50 pounds or more.
• Operate both hand and power tools in various outdoor environments and weather conditions.
• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensuring compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
No Minimum Qualifications
per Civil Service.
See Additional Comments
for operating needs and preferred 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 have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor and to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Must have the ability to work on uneven and steep terrain.
• Must have experience or familiarity with using hand tools, power tools, and performing/troubleshooting basic tool maintenance.
• Must complete equivalent training to Game of Logging 1, 2 and 3 to operate chainsaws.
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
• Two years of experience with outdoor labor, particularly trail maintenance and construction or any of the following: dry stone masonry, carpentry, landscaping, general construction.
• Experience operating a chainsaw.
• Experience operating equipment such as skid steers, mini-excavators, and Utility Task Vehicles (UTVs).
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. There is opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time & service requirements has been met.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Closing Date/Time: 05/31/25 -
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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