• Associate Park Service Worker

    City of New York (New York, NY)


    Job Description

    Do you have a Commercial Driver License (CDL)? NYC Parks seeks to fill a position Spring 2025 to October 11, 2025 for a rewarding job caring for and maintaining parks and playgrounds for all New Yorkers. From the iconic Central Park to neighborhood playgrounds, we own and operate some of the most spectacular green spaces in the world. NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land – 14% of New York City. We operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1,000 playgrounds, 1,800 basketball courts, 550 tennis courts, 65 public pools, and 51 recreational facilities.

     

    Perks: Earn vacation and sick leave every month and receive free membership to our recreation centers.

    THIS JOB VACANCY NOTICE IS FOR AN ASSOCIATE PARK SERVICE WORKER POSITION WITH CITYWIDE SERVICES*

    MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

    - Under general supervision, drive vehicles and operate motorized equipment in a safe manner to perform assigned duties.

     

    - Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles and ensure they operate in proper working condition.

     

    - Effectively maintain landscape and grounds. Clean and repair facilities and ensure agency rules and regulations are followed.

     

    - Supervise assigned personnel and closely inspect work assignments to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner and according to agency specifications.

     

    - Maintain accurate records, track assignments and order necessary supplies.

     

    Work Location: 138th Street, Bronx

     

    Duration: Spring 2025 to 10/11/2025. 40 hours per week.

     

    Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee of $68.00. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $101.25 background check fee.

    HOW TO APPLY:

    All Applicants*:

    Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 695163.

     

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

     

    *Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 695163 n your cover letter and resume.

     

    We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

     

    NOTE: Posting period extended, previous applicants do not need to reapply. References will be required upon request.

     

    nyc.gov/parks

     

    For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

    ASSOCIATE PARK SERVICE WORKER - 81106

    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.

     

    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.

     

    Salary Min: $ 24.49

     

    Salary Max: $ 24.49