In-House Tree Planting Crew Member

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

The mission of NYC Parks is to plan resilient and sustainable parks, public spaces, and recreational amenities, build a park system for present and future generations and care for parks and public spaces. Environment and Planning works to protect, restore, expand and manage New York City’s green spaces and natural areas to maximize their benefits for environmental and community health and resilience. Environment and Planning is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Major Responsibilities

- Under supervision, assist in the excavation of tree pits, planting, cultivating, mulching, irrigation and pruning of trees, flowers, and plants. Perform necessary horticultural tasks including digging up, balling, burlapping, transplanting trees and plants, potting flowers and other herbaceous or woody plants.
- Perform tree removals and stump removal operations.
- Perform excavation, amend, and grade soil to prepare tree beds for planting.
- Perform all required yard maintenance including all irrigation of trees and all tree care-related duties.
- Assist with unloading, storage, and maintenance of tree deliveries from nurseries.
- Assist with and perform necessary duties to load trees for planting.
- Prepare yard for optimal tree storage conditions.
- Assist in and perform tasks involved in the operation and care of hand and power gardening tools and equipment.
- Make necessary operating adjustments; report needs for repairs and replacements to supervisor.
- Perform simple record keeping and prepare simple written reports.
- Drive vehicles and operate other motorized equipment required for the performance of duties.
- Supervise seasonal employees and volunteers as needed.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 769962.

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: Olmsted Center, 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)

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