Associate Park Service Worker

City of New York•New York City, NY

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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
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.

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.