City Park Worker – Heavy Duty

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID CITY PARK WORKERS *

GreenThumb Operations is the field operations unit of GreenThumb. The team is responsible for community garden support and restoration, as well as all heavy-duty work such as, deliveries, construction, demolition, tree pruning, planting, fence and sidewalk repair done in over 550 community gardens.

Major Responsibilities

- Under close supervision, perform operations functions of GreenThumb as directed, such as community garden maintenance and restoration, material pick-up and delivery, pest and invasive species management, construction/demolition/carpentry, snow and ice removal, site clearing and preparation, fencing and sidewalk repairs, tree pruning, plantings and various related activities.
- Operate a wide range of vehicles and field power equipment, such as trucks and trailers, tractors, loaders, mowers, weedwhackers, snow blowers, chain saws and more.
- Take part in all assigned projects as directed, including construction, demolition, planting, pruning and concrete mixing and spreading.
- Implement ecological restoration and garden restoration projects as directed.
- Respond as part of a team to citywide efforts as needed and help set up and break down for events
- Assist with maintenance and repair of an inventory of tools, equipment, vehicles and other types of motorized equipment.
- Support community/garden education-based projects and events with GreenThumb.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 775511.

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

*Current Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Baby Queensbridge, Queens

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)

CITY PARK WORKER - 90641

Qualifications

Qualification Requirements
1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.

2. A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the State of New York is required.

3. Ability to read and to understand and obey orders is required.

4. There are certain medical and physical requirements.

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.