Who we are:
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.
ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.
We are accepting applications for a full-time Natural Resources Technician 1 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Barkcamp State Park in Belmont county. The address is 65330 Barkcamp Park Road Belmont, OH 43718. To learn more about Barkcamp State Park please visit Barkcamp State Park . Please note that this position requires a valid Class A commercial driver’s license.
What you will do…
- Work outside in some of the most beautiful parks in Ohio
- Performing general labor & preventative maintenance of park’s facilities, grounds & equipment
- Assist with operations and customer service
- Enjoy the extensive benefits offered by the State of Ohio
What’s in it for you…
The State of Ohio offers an excellent benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental and vision insurance. At least a 14% employer contribution into your OPERS pension plan, Employee Tuition reimbursement program and much more. To view all the benefits offered, please visit Total Rewards .
We are ready for you!
We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources! Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!
Official Position Description:
Performs a variety of unskilled general labor & preventative maintenance &/or repair functions of indoor/outdoor facilities, grounds &/or equipment &/or assists higher level staff with semi-skilled general labor & maintenance functions (e.g., cleans &/or maintains indoor/outdoor public facilities & grounds; performs routine landscape &/or maintenance of facilities, grounds, &/or equipment; applies chemicals under license of commercial applicator or limited commercial applicator; operates machine tools & equipment in the unskilled & semi-skilled equipment list; performs minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing repairs & maintenance; paints signs & buildings; performs minor unskilled mechanical maintenance & repairs on equipment & vehicles; monitors &/or observes facilities, grounds & equipment for safety &/or maintenance needs & takes appropriate action; performs unskilled conservation work (e.g., removes invasive plants; cares for animals; plants trees, shrubs, crops; digs trenches, assemble bird boxes); &/or assists higher level staff with semi-skilled functions; biological sampling & data collection; water treatment processing (pool, beach, or other bodies of water) &/or waste water treatment system(s) per procedures & guidelines &/or performs variety of support services associated with revenue generating operations (e.g., assists with campground check in/out, collects fees, performs point of sale transactions, stocks shelves in camp store) & transports staff, equipment & supplies throughout assigned work areas.
Performs general customer service & clerical support duties (e.g., answers phone, contacts vendors, delivers mail) ; completes appropriate documentation; processes reports; provides support for facilities & grounds (e.g., assists with special events; provides facility information & routine assistance to visitors; replenishes needed supplies & assists custodial workers when needed )
UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemicals; may work in, on or near water; may work evenings, weekends &/or holidays; works outside & may be exposed to inclement weather; may be exposed to dangerous machinery, unpleasant odors, human & animal waste, outdoor elements (e.g., animals, insects, poison ivy).
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Positions responsible for application of regulated chemicals must receive instruction from commercial applicator or limited commercial applicator in proper use of equipment & all pesticides with which employee is to work per Ohio Revised Code 921.01 (VV).
QUALIFICATIONS
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary AND valid Class A commercial driver’s license required
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above
Qualifications
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division & in reading & speaking common English vocabulary AND v alid Class A commercial driver’s license required
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.