Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve Maintenance

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

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About The Position

The DNERR has two main components, the Blackbird Creek Reserve in Townsend and the St. Jones Reserve in Dover. These sites include both brackish and freshwater estuaries, and represent the diverse estuarine ecosystems found throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. Click on this link for more information about the Climate, Coastal & Energy. Summary Statement A seasonal maintenance position is available at the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve (DNERR), in the Division of Climate, Coastal and Energy: This position is responsible for providing a varied set of duties based on the operational priorities of the Delaware National Estuarine Research Reserve. These duties can include mowing, trimming, trash pick-up, janitorial services including cleaning of restrooms, snow and leaf removal, landscape maintenance, invasive species removal, tree/brush removal, trail maintenance, equipment repair and maintenance and other duties as needed. This position is a casual seasonal 29.5hours/week, with anticipated hire dates of April through mid November 2026. Work is performed under various weather conditions. Additional work on weekends, evenings and holidays may be scheduled.

Requirements

• Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas: Maintenance - Custodial/Grounds
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience using landscaping equipment and hand or power tools. (Grounds only)
• Possession of a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked, or cancelled, or disqualified from driving.)

Responsibilities

• Performs grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, trail maintenance, landscape bed maintenance, trash removal, vegetation removal, leaf removal and snow/ice removal.
• Performs custodial services in restrooms, offices, and other buildings.
• Operation of landscaping equipment and use of hand and power tools.
• Set-up, monitoring and clean-up support for programs and special events.
• Provide excellent customer service and information to visitors.
• Must be able to demonstrate responsibility, dependability and good communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Duties will vary for each position.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed