Natural Resources Technician 2 - 20052138

About Us:
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 Natural Resources Technician2 within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered at Shawnee State Park , assigned to Scioto County. The address is 4404 State Route 125 , West Portsmouth, OH 45663. To learn more about Shawnee State Park please visit Shawnee State Park | Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ohiodnr.gov)
This is a permanent part-time position budgeted for 1664 per fiscal year (approximately 32 hours per week). This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
What you will do...

• Work outside in some of the most beautiful parks in Ohio
• Perform customer service functions with a willingness to go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction and safety.
• Maintain campground facilities, grounds &/or equipment including electrical repair, carpentry, masonry, waterline repair, asphalt patching, mowing, roofing, facility repair, painting, pesticide applicating under direction of licensed applicator, boat ramp repair and maintenance.
• Maintain a variety of park equipment and vehicles including dock repair and maintenance, resale fuel system repair and maintenance, and vehicle/equipment maintenance.
• Operate equipment requiring a Class B CDL including a d ozer, mini excavator, backhoe, loader, tractor, and skid steer.
• Interact daily with a variety of customers who utilize the park & watercraft facilities.

What's in it for you...
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
•Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
•Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after complete eligibility period . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Employee Development Funds
•The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
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!
Qualifications
6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in semi-skilled maintenance functions (i.e., minor electrical repair, rough plumbing repairs, carpentry & masonry); 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in equipment safety practices; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in use of shop, hand & power tools; 6 mos. trg or 6 mos. exp. in operation of mowers & trucks; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in equipment & vehicle maintenance; valid driver's license; valid Class B commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by Sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio Revised Code.
-Or 6 mos. exp. as Natural Resources Technician 1, 22621.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: General Maintenance
Technical Skills
Equipment Operations, CDL, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Customer Focus