Park and Recreation Aide 6 - Maintenance Aide - Crailo State Historic Site
- Salary: From $20.94 to $20.94 Hourly USD Hourly
- Salary Top:20.9420
- Part Time
- Building Maintenance
- Parks and Recreation
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Job Description
Duties Description
Under the direction of the Historic Site Manager and Maintenance Supervisor, the selected candidate will perform a range of tasks associated with the maintenance of a historic site with multiple historic buildings and grounds. Duties include, but are not limited to:
* Perform buildings and grounds maintenance:
* maintenance of building interiors, including vacuuming carpets, sweeping floors, dusting surfaces, cleaning windows, emptying waste baskets, and sanitizing & restocking restrooms in both buildings. It also includes maintaining a high level of cleanliness, checking & replacing anything in disrepair, and performing maintenance tasks on cleaning equipment.
* ground upkeeping, including seasonal tasks such as mowing, weeding, edging, trimming hedges, leaf & brush removal, watering plants, snow and ice removal through shoveling, snowblower or plowing, and maintaining safe public walkways. Regular rounds of the entire site are required.
* oversee building appliances and systems are operating and maintained. Includes changing or cleaning filters, organization and storage of tools, replacing equipment, and monitoring of lightbulbs and alarm batteries. Load and unload cargo from vehicles and provide assistance to staff when necessary.
* Set up and dismantled equipment such as tents, tables, chairs, and other specialty fixtures for site programs and events.
* Assist interpretive staff at events with parking, traffic control, monitoring fires, moving exhibit cases, and transferring furniture to and from the attic or cellar.
* Assist the maintenance supervisor with tasks such as painting, preservation carpentry, and masonry projects as needed.
* Other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
No minimum qualifications per Civil Service.
Preferred Qualification: Experience in maintaining historic sites, buildings, or similar facilities is desirable.
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.
* Must possess basic computer skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently as well as with others.
* Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor, including medium-heavy lifting.
* Must be able to communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
* Will be required to undergo training in the proper care and maintenance of historic sites and buildings.
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: 01/29/25 -
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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