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Job Description
Duties Description
Taughannock Falls State Park in the Finger Lakes Region is seeking a full-time seasonal employee to perform cleaning tasks of facilities. This position will perform the following tasks:
• Assigned to clean facilities that require a high degree of cleanliness.
• Stock cleaning carts with appropriate supplies according to assigned tasks; and prepare, mix, and dilute cleaning solutions following manufacturer directions.
• Scrub and clean campground restrooms, including showers, toilets, sinks, and drains, using hand-operated equipment and cleaning agents.
• Wash floors, entry corridors, hallways, stairwells, walls, partitions, and windows using detergents, mops, microfiber cloths, sponges, brushes, and other cleaning devices.
• Clean and scrub all areas of locker rooms, such as sinks, urinals, toilets, showers, drains, floors, and locker room common areas.
• Perform routine checks of bathrooms throughout the day to ensure cleanliness and supplies are stocked.
• Clean entryway, overhangs, porches, and immediate outside area of restrooms.
• Empty trash, recyclables, and waste, in accordance with cleaning schedule.
• Replace, clean, and/or hang building fixtures and decorative items, such as curtains, blinds, and pictures
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment in connection with cleaning tasks or in preparation for cabin arrivals.
• Replace light bulbs, and dust or wash light fixtures and high places, such as ceilings, using ladders, other appropriate equipment, and tools.
• Polish wood and metal surfaces, fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Monitor cleaning supplies and equipment; and notify supervisor of supply levels, equipment malfunction, and/or maintenance issues observed during cleaning.
• May be required to follow specialized disinfectant, waste disposal, and cleanliness standards in performing cleaning tasks; perform routine laundry tasks.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing and other specialized protective equipment as required by the cleaning assignments.
• Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
There are no minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
See Operational Needs under Additional Comments
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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 physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must have the ability to read and understand instructions, including written materials
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.
Closing Date/Time: 05/21/25 -
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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