NYC Parks is the steward of over 30,000 acres of land โ 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, and 51 recreational facilities. From the iconic Central Park to neighborhood playgrounds, we own and operate some of the most spectacular green spaces in the world.
Within the division of Fleet, the City Park Workers are an integral part of the team, ensuring the maintenance, effectiveness and efficiency of our buildings and facilities, as well as providing important work critical to daily operations of the office.
Perks โ All Parks employees receive free membership to our recreation centers.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist in general maintenance work, including lawn mowing, edging, seeding, snow removal, cultivating, fertilizing, sod laying, hedge trimming, sweeping and raking of litter and emptying of receptacles.
- Clean and maintain facilities including public restrooms stations.
- Perform minor repair work including but limited to plumbing, masonry, electrical, painting, carpentry, metal work and vehicle and equipment repair.
- Drive vehicles and operate certain other motorized equipment.
- May assist the sign shop in deliveries, maintaining stock inventory, sign production, and closing out work orders.
- Perform safety checks on facilities and equipment.
- May move furniture, climb and perform other physical activities as required in the performance of assigned duties.
Work Location: TBD
Duration: 6 months, Spring 2026 to Fall 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 $104.50 background check fee.
How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 766267.
All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.
*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
References will be required upon request. We appreciate the interest of all applicants; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
If you have any questions regarding this vacancy or require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call: 212-410-8961.
CITY PARK WORKER - 90641
City of New York
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