Associate Park Service Worker
: Job Details :

* ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The mission of NYC Parks is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations, and care for parks and public spaces. Environment and Planning works to protect, restore, expand, and manage New York City's green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience.

Major Responsibilities

* Performs and/or supervises personnel in tree maintenance and operations duties,

* Operates a wide range of heavy-duty vehicles and field power equipment from trucks and trailers, tractors, loaders, mowers, weedwhackers, snowblowers, chain saws and more.

* Take part in all assigned projects as directed, including construction, concrete demolition/removal, soil removal, planting, pruning, tree-loading and off-loading, soil, mulch, and compost moving/spreading.

* Assist with maintenance checks and repair of an inventory of crew tools, equipment and vehicles and other types of motorized equipment; changes tires and performs routine servicing.

* Operates and cares for hand and power gardening tools and equipment.

* Performs various aspects of landscape and planting work and tree maintenance.

* Assist with maintaining accurate records, work orders, timesheets, and document work.

* Periodically train or supervise employees and/or volunteer crews as needed.

Qualification Requirements

* This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Associate Park Service Worker civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) candidates who are reachable on the promotional Associate Park Service Worker civil service list, Exam No. 1517 or Associate Park Service Worker civil service list, Exam No. 1138.

Work Location: TBD

How to Apply

All Applicants:

Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 687494.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

* Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 687494 on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. 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)

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Skills

1. Possession of Class A Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York. 2. Possession of a Class A Commercial Driver license with air breaks endorsement. 3. At least two years of supervisory experience. 4. Experience in working with diverse teams in an urban setting. 5. Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel. 6. Excellent communication and organization skills. 7. Willing to work in inclement weather and able to perform intense and physically demanding work. 8. Background in Ecological Restoration, Urban Forestry, Horticulture, Arboriculture, Landscape Construction, Natural Area Management, or related field. 9. Ability to work evenings and weekends.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.