Code No. 92810

Queens Botanical Garden is an urban oasis where people, plants and cultures are celebrated through inspiring gardens, innovative educational programs, and demonstrations of environmental stewardship.

General Statement of Duties and Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs responsible work in the maintenance and repair of botanical garden buildings, equipment, and facilities; performs related work.

Examples of Typical Tasks

• Performs, or supervises the performance of, responsible general maintenance work or specialized work with regard to electrical wiring or fixtures, painting, glazing, stone work, woodworking, shop work, metal work, or automotive repairs.
• Repairs and maintains heating apparatus and plumbing fixtures.
• Keeps records and prepares reports on work performed and materials used.

Qualification Requirements

High school graduation and three (3) years of experience in building construction or maintenance work.

Appointments or Promotions

Appointments to positions of this class are subject to personnel administration policies and procedures of the botanical garden concerned, provided that all appointees must possess at least the qualifications recommended above.

Botanical Garden Maintainer Code No. 92810

The following are additions made to the Botanical Garden Maintainer Code No. 92810 job description.

• In absence of the Supervisor the Botanical Garden Maintainer will assume responsibility, in coordination with management, for the Maintenance and Security department.
• The Botanical Garden Maintainer will be part of the snow removal team, will assist with cleaning, and may be directed to provide assistance for garbage pick-up.
• Must maintain a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in New York State.
• Saturday and Sunday work required; evening, or emergency work as needed.
• Must be in good physical condition.
• May be required to pass a written and/or practical test.
• Fire Guard Certificate of Fitness required within six months.

Schedule

This position requires a 40 hours/week schedule Tuesday through Saturday, 8:30am-5:30pm.

Benefits & Salary

Salary range: Hiring Rate: $46,465, Incumbent: $53,435, Max: $68,219

For consideration, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant documents via our recruitment portal.

If you encounter difficulties with uploading documents to the portal, please send via email to hr@queensbotanical.org.

Health & Safety: proof of full Covid-19 vaccination required for employment.

Queens Botanical Garden is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). The Garden does not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, ethnicity, religion, color, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, marital status, political affiliation, gender expression, mental illness, socioeconomic status or background, neuro(a)typicality, physical appearance, predisposing genetic characteristic, immigration status, or any other legally protected status. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please contact Human Resources via email hr@queensbotanical.org, phone 718-886-3800 x 203.