Recreation Maintenance Worker (FT)

Position: Recreation Maintenance Worker
Location: Whitestown, NY
Full-time | Competitive Salary & Benefits

About Us:

The Town of Whitestown is a municipal corporation in Oneida County, New York, with its principal office located at 8539 Clark Mills Road, Whitesboro. Whitestown is the second most populated town in Oneida County. At the Town of Whitestown, we pride ourselves on providing tax collection and related services with integrity, accuracy, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team of professionals is growing, and we are looking for someone who shares our passion for excellence and superb service.

Position Overview:

The Recreation Maintenance Worker performs semi-skilled work in the care, maintenance, and operation of recreation areas, skating rinks, playgrounds, athletic fields, and related recreation equipment. The position may also include custodial duties, facility setup, security patrols, and assisting with the operation of recreation facilities. Work may require evening and weekend hours and prolonged outdoor exposure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain and care for parks, recreation areas, athletic fields, playgrounds, skating rinks, and related facilities.
• Perform custodial duties, including sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning restrooms and sinks, and stocking soap and paper supplies.
• Operate ice-resurfacing and power-driven edging equipment at skating rinks.
• Lay out, mark, and maintain football fields, baseball diamonds, and other athletic areas.
• Perform minor building maintenance, including painting walls and woodwork and resurfacing floors.
• Set up and dismantle bleachers, folding chairs, playground equipment, and other athletic or recreational apparatus.
• Perform routine maintenance on ice-resurfacing, refrigeration, and rink maintenance equipment.
• Install and maintain hockey equipment, including dasher boards, screens, nets, and related markings.
• Perform minor repairs and maintenance to recreation equipment using hand and power tools.
• Maintain skating rink surfaces, including patching ice and preparing facilities for public skating.
• Mow grass, rake leaves, trim shrubs, and perform general grounds maintenance.
• Collect and dispose of rubbish and trash.
• Operate motor equipment used in the care and maintenance of recreation areas.
• May conduct security patrols of recreation areas, buildings, and adjacent parking lots.
• May collect ticket funds or ticket stubs from members of the public entering recreation facilities.
• Perform related duties as required.

Key Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of ice-resurfacing and edging equipment.
• Working knowledge of park and recreation area maintenance methods and techniques.
• Working knowledge of routine refrigeration equipment maintenance.
• Working knowledge of standard building cleaning and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of equipment and apparatus used for hockey, lacrosse, basketball, football, and other recreational activities.
• Ability to properly maintain ice rink surfaces using an ice-resurfacing machine.
• Ability to read and interpret gauges and meters.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to perform routine cleaning and maintenance duties with minimal supervision.
• Ability to make minor building repairs using basic hand and power tools.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to work with maintenance equipment.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends when necessary.

Minimum Qualifications:

• One year of experience in recreational facility and equipment maintenance

OR

• Two years of experience in building maintenance work or one of the standard trades; or in parks or recreations grounds maintenance

 

Why Work With Us?

• Competitive Salary & Benefits – including health insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, and more. Starting salary is $19.09.
• Professional Development – we offer ongoing training and support for career growth.
• Collaborative Environment – join a supportive team that values open communication and client-focused solutions.

If you are ready to take your career to the next level with a dynamic, client-centered team, apply today!

How to Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a great fit for this role to nbrenon@whitestownny.gov.