Do you have a Commercial Driver License (CDL) NYC Parks seeks to fill a position January 2026 to October 2026 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 30000 acres of land 14% of New York City. We operate more than 800 athletic fields and nearly 1000 playgrounds 1800 basketball courts 550 tennis courts 65 public pools 51 recreational facilities and counting.
Earn vacation and sick leave every month and receive free membership to our recreation centers.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
-Under general supervision operate a wide range of vehicles and field power equipment from trucks and trailers tractors loaders mowers weed whackers snow blowers chain saws and more.
-Assist with tracking projects work orders and documenting work.
-Maintain tools equipment and vehicles and ensure they operate in proper working condition.
-Take part in all assigned projects as directed including inventory construction demolition planting pruning and concrete mixing and spreading.
-Effectively maintain landscape and grounds. Clean and repair park areas playgrounds and 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.
-Respond as part of a team as needed to citywide efforts and emergencies; snowstorms; hurricanes and tornado damage clean-up.
-Assist with the maintenance and repair of an inventory of crew tools equipment and vehicles and other types of motorized equipment.
-Maintain accurate records track assignments and order necessary supplies.
Work Location: Aramark 850 East 138th Street Bronx
Duration: January 2026 to October 2026
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.
NOTE: References will be required upon request. If you have any questions or need a reasonable accommodation contact: - or
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
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 ()
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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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