Conservation Technician IV - Rehoboth Beach, United States - DelDOT

Description

Introduction

The State Park Commission (now the Division of Parks and Recreation) began managing the land as Indian River State Park in 1965, but it didn't become Delaware Seashore State Park until 1967.

Summary Statement

This position will complete projects and regular maintenance activities at Delaware Seashore and Fenwick Island State Parks. This position is responsible for daily supervision of full time Conservation Technician I's, II's' and III's as well as seasonal grounds crew and conduct performance reviews and plans, maintenance and repair work on Park Grounds equipment, automobiles, and machinery in addition to performing maintenance and janitorial duties.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Applies conservation and preservation principles and practices in support of the management of the state's natural resources which includes such activities as propagating, seeding, transplanting, cultivating, harvesting and care of trees, flowers, shrubs, lawns and crops to include turf/grounds management, pest management, herbicide/fertilizer application, layout and design, assessment of soil composition and environmental conditions.

Performs maintenance and repairs in a variety of labor/trades fields such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding, construction, grounds maintenance and assists higher level personnel on large scale projects.

Operates marine, land-based and construction equipment and vehicles.

Maintains and repairs a variety of equipment/vehicles.

Provides information to the public as requested or responds to inquiries regarding agency initiatives/programs.

Ensures the safe usage of state owned, managed, and/or maintained grounds and facilities by the public.

Completes standard forms/applications; maintains records and reports detailing daily activity, tool and equipment inventory, fuel and service logs and related activities.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Conservation Technician IV
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control: Division of Parks:

Three years experience in operating and maintaining motor vehicles, landscaping and groundskeeping equipment and hand tools.

Six months experience in performing a variety of grounds keeping, mechanical, and building maintenance trades work.

Six months experience in staff supervision which includes planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others.

Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).