Natural Resources Technician 2 - 20056676

Natural Resources Technician 2 - 20056676

What You'll Do:

• Maintain campground facilities, grounds &/or equipment.
• Maintain a variety of park equipment and vehicles.
• Work in a variety of operations; carpentry, plumbing, electrical, roofing, masonry, roadway operations, mechanic, operate machinery, and chainsaws.
• Work at Harrison Lake State Park and assist with maintaining other state parks, Independence Dam State Park.
• Work with customers and staff diligently to provide satisfaction to customers and park needs.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable to plans and schedules based on changing weather, equipment malfunctions, and park/visitor needs as necessary.
• Starting hourly pay of $19.00/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 4.5 years of service, with an end salary of $20.92/hr.

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 available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

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

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.

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.

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!

Technical Skills: Equipment Operations, Carpentry Trade, Electrical Trade, Plumbing Trade

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus

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.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Knowledge of equipment safety practices; rules & policies*; cleaning practices & procedures; semi-skilled maintenance functions (e.g., minor electrical repair, rough plumbing repairs, carpentry, masonry, painting, heating & minor welding & cutting). Skill in use of shop, hand & power tools in completing semi-skilled maintenance functions; equipment operation (e.g., tractor, dump truck, lawn mower, chain saw); use of office equipment (e.g., telephone, photocopier, fax machine, scanner, calculator, personal computer); unskilled & semi-skilled equipment & vehicle maintenance & repair*. Ability to solve practical problems involving one or two variables within familiar context; add, subtract, multiply & divide whole numbers; complete routine forms; lift up to 100 lbs.; maneuver up to 150 lbs.; answer routine telephone or face to face inquiries from public.
(*)Developed after employment.

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); positions operating watercraft must complete boat operator education course per Ohio Revised Code
1547.05

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS
May be exposed to dirt, dust, fumes & noise; may be exposed to chemical spray; 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).

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources 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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or mohammad.yakubu@dnr.ohio.gov.

Effective July 1, 2015 applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov, and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES:

Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreement.

Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position.

Applicants may attach the following document types:

• Microsoft Word (.doc and .docx)

•PDF (.pdf), •Plain Text (.txt)

• Rich Text (.rtf)

Please do not upload attachments that have an anomaly or are password protected.

VERIFIABLE INFORMATION

Applicants must clearly identify how qualifications are met within the education and/or experience sections of the applications. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will be considered as part of the application packet in addition to the fully completed civil service application, not in place of. Applicants may be required to submit transcripts or licensure(s) to support their application.