Job Description *ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES* The Synthetic Turf is a critical division for Parks and this position is vital for its efficient and effective operations. NYC Parks central maintenance team cares for its 250+ synthetic turf fields. The synthetic turf maintenance team improves the quality and useful life of Parks’ synthetic turf fields through proactive grooming and targeted maintenance. Major Responsibilities - Under general supervision, drive vehicles and operate motorized equipment in a safe manner to perform assigned duties. - 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 park areas, playgrounds and facilities and ensure Agency rules and regulations are followed. - Skillfully operate and maintain filtration plant and heating systems. - 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. - Maintain tools, equipment and vehicles and ensure they operate in proper working condition. - Deliver equipment to and from the site, operate equipment to remove turf. - Unload new turf materials. - Conduct PMI on equipment. - Ensure safe operation with staff and equipment use. Work Location: Randall’s Island 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. How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 709096. 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# 709096 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) 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: $ 51,134.00 Salary Max: $ 58,804.00