Associate Park Service Worker

Associate Park Service Worker

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 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, 51 recreational facilities and counting. Earn vacation and sick leave every month and receive free membership to our recreation centers.

Major Responsibilities:

• 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 Michele.Lignore-Diaz@parks.nyc.gov or Maria.Ruiz@parks.nyc.gov. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 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
• 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.

Preferred Skills:

• Possession of CDL endorsement (ex: Passenger, Tanker, Tow Truck).
• Experience in working with diverse teams in an urban setting.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Willing to work in inclement weather and able to perform intense and physically demanding work.
• Proficient in computer software including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to work occasional weekend and evening hours as needed.

55a Program: This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website.

Residency Requirement: Residency in New York City, Nassau, Orange, Rockland, Suffolk, Putnam or Westchester counties required for employees with over two years of city service. New York City residency required within 90 days of hire for all other candidates.

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.