Daytime Park Maintainer I or II

Daytime Park Maintainer

Working under the general supervision of the Foreperson and Manager, the Daytime Park Maintainer in the Park Maintenance Department is responsible for the day-to-day cleanliness, safety, and upkeep of Central Park. This position focuses on detailed maintenance and cleaning operations across hard surfaces, pathways, playgrounds, and transverse roads. It is expected that the Daytime Park Maintainer will work within their assigned park location(s) and with other staff to perform their primary duties.

The ideal candidate will also have experience interacting with the public. The Daytime Park Maintainer must provide courteous assistance to Park visitors as needed, and represent the Conservancy and Park Maintenance department in a professional and respectful manner.

Essential Duties

• Provide general waste management care of park grounds within an assigned section
• Remove all litter and organic debris from assigned areas
• Utilize hand tools and mechanical equipment such as leaf blowers, brooms, rakes, and shovels to ensure debris-free areas
• Complete openings of lawns, playgrounds, and landscapes, such as Sheep Meadow
• Empty trash and recycling cans and transport to collection areas within Park
• Sweep all paths, entrances, bench areas, stairways, perimeter, and other hard surface areas
• Install and repair fence as needed and as directed
• Perform snow removal and ice mitigation on paths, entrances, playgrounds, perimeter and other hard surfaces with machines and physical labor to provide appropriate levels of access as per established organizational standards
• Maintain surface drainage by keeping catch basins free of debris during heavy rain, ice snow
• Immediately notify supervisor of repair needs or safety hazards encountered in the park or facilities. Take steps to remedy or secure area until it can be addressed
• Assist in preparation and clean-up for special events as needed
• Engage frequently and in a friendly, professional manner with members of the public
• Display initiative and dependability while working alone or alongside staff
• Other duties as assigned.

Related Work

Minimum Requirements

Additional Requirements for Assignment to Park Maintainer II

Abilities Required

Note : This position is in-person (not a remote role).

Salary range :

Park Maintainer I : $43,500-$47,400 annually commensurate with experience.

Park Maintainer II : $44,500-$52,500 annually commensurate with experience.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

The Central Park Conservancy's work is guided by the belief that Central Park, and all public parks, must be managed and actively protected as an inclusive and democratic space for all.

Working closely with our New York City partners, we will always strive towards creating and sustaining a sense of belonging for all visitors and advocating for equitable and accessible public use of the Park.

In service of this belief, we are committed to fostering a workforce and organizational culture that is as diverse as Central Park itself and the dynamic city it serves.

Safety Requirements

Establishment and maintenance of a safe work environment is the shared responsibility of this organization and employees at every level. The Conservancy will make every effort to assure a safe environment and be in compliance with federal, state, and local safety regulations. Employees are expected to obey safety rules and to exercise caution in all their work activities. Accordingly, employees should be aware of any hazards, which could cause an injury or accident (e.g., spills, obstacles in walkways, etc.). If an employee discovers a potentially dangerous condition, he / she should alert other employees and notify his / her supervisor immediately.

Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.