Wellesley Island State Park in the Thousand Islands needs a full-time park worker to handle and supervise maintenance. Duties include running the on-site drinking water and sewer systems, repairing buildings, grounds and trails, cutting hazardous trees, operating tractors and skid steers, and overseeing seasonal staff. You need one year of experience in park or recreational facility operations, or in a field such as law enforcement, firefighting, EMS or natural resources. A driver’s license is required, and you must obtain sawyer certification, a Grade C water operator license and CPR/AED certification during probation or at the next available training. The schedule includes days, weekends, holidays and evenings. Pay is $44,560 to $54,773 a year. Apply through the New York State Jobs posting by November 9, 2026.
| Pay | $44,560 – $54,773 per year |
|---|---|
| Employment Type | Full-time |
| Season | Year-round |
| Housing | Not provided |
| Meals | Not provided |
| Experience | Some experience |
| Location | Fineview, New York |
| Job Type | Caretaker |
| Posted | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Apply By | Nov 9, 2026 |
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Summarized from a public posting on New York State Jobs, vacancy 227689, checked Oct 31. Not posted by the employer, and not yet verified by WildWork — confirm the details before you travel. Apply on the employer’s original posting.
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