OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37970766

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website . Requisition No: 844265 Working Title: OPS PARK ATTENDANT - 37970766 The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is the state’s lead agency for environmental management and stewardship - protecting our air, water and land. The vision of DEP is to create strong community partnerships, safeguard Florida’s natural resources and enhance its ecosystem.

The Work You Will Do:

The Florida State Park Sign Shop, located at Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park, is looking for someone who is hard-working, dependable and detail-oriented to work with a great team producing signs for all of the 175 Florida State Parks. This position participates in all aspects of aluminum and foam board sign production. This position is 29 hours a week and there are no health or vacation benefits.

How You Will Grow:

DEP encourages its leaders to constantly innovate and seek efficiencies. We believe in supporting and encouraging you as you take on important and often complex projects while offering you the opportunity to gain valuable experience quickly.

Where You Will Work:

Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park 6239 State Road 21 Keystone Heights FL 32656 One of Florida's first state parks, the Civilian Conservation Corps developed the 600‐acre site during the 1930s. The extraordinary artistry of the CCC is still evident today. Gold Head is located on rolling sandhills on the north central ridge of Florida with one of the few remaining examples of an old‐growth stand of longleaf pines. A steep head ravine with seepage springs forms Gold Head Branch and bisects the park. Marshes, lakes and scrub provide habitat for a wide variety of wildlife.

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s benefits package for eligible OPS employees includes: Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com

*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to the links above for detailed eligibility requirements.

Pay:

$15.00 PER HOUR

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Sign Production: Participates in all aspects of aluminum sign production including: sign design, using all equipment for aluminum sign production (vinyl cutter, pneumatic vinyl roller, metal sheer, corner cutter, drill press), manufacturing aluminum and vinyl signs. Participates in all aspects of finishing work on foam board entrance signs including: sanding, placing metal channels on sides, priming, and hand painting letters. Safely lifting and moving (with assistance) materials such as aluminum sheets, foam board, rolls of vinyl, packages, etc. Packaging orders for shipping so that orders will arrive to parks with no damage. Maintaining a clean and safe work area. Following all safety procedures and using proper PPE. Administration: Reading and following instructions on orders, completing reports for calculation of materials used and cost, creating shipments in FedEx, phone and email correspondence, and completing timesheets. Customer/Visitor Services: Assists in all aspects of customer service, phone and email correspondence, customer inquiries and complaints, and follow-up. May be required to assist park with special events and providing park visitors with park-related information. May be required to assist park staff with disaster/emergency response within the park, resource management projects, and other park projects. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Basic arithmetic and mathematical calculations Spelling and grammar Using computer and design programs

Skill in:

Using equipment such as metal sheer, pneumatic vinyl roller, drill press, table saws, radial arm saw, electric screwdrivers/drills, hand sander and various hand tools in a safe manner Using tape measure Using computer and design programs Painting and detail painting Utilizing motor vehicles

Ability to:

Perform physical labor utilizing power, electrical, and gas tools, and equipment Lift and carry 40 lbs. Sit and stand for long periods of time Use all safety PPE and follow all safety procedures Perform routine inspections Identify and investigate problems Maintain facilities and equipment Handle customer inquiries in a tactful, efficient and courteous manner Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others Follow verbal and written instructions/directions Communicate effectively verbally and in writing Accurately read and prepare reports Understand and apply rules, directives, policies, laws and regulations DEP is committed to successfully recruiting and onboarding talented and skilled individuals into its workforce. We recognize the extensive training, experience, and transferable skills that veterans and individuals with disabilities bring to the workforce. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to contact our recruiter for guidance and answers to questions through the following email addresses: The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr