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Position Title: Mechanic

Reports To: Director of Operations
Salary Range: $18.00 – $24.00
Supervises: 0
Requirements: City of Buffalo residency | Driver’s license required

Position Summary:

The Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all Conservancy owned and/or assigned equipment and vehicles. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations.
This is a full-time position; working 37.5 hours per week with non-exempt status according to the Fair Labor Standards Act. Overtime hours may be required at certain times, with supervisor approval.

Benefits:

This position is Class 1 according to the Conservancy’s employee handbook and as such benefits include the following:

  • The Conservancy offers Medical, dental, and vision plans with an employer provided allocation toward monthly premiums. A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer match. Paid Vacation, Personal and Sick Time. In addition, employees receive up to 13 ½ paid holidays per year.
  • Additional Benefits include: a golf season pass for employees, as well as ongoing in-house training on various topics, flexible schedule.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Maintain and repair, as needed, all Conservancy owned/assigned equipment andvehicles; including but not limited to vehicles, mowers, weedwhackers, golf carts, etc.;
  • Ensure the equipment is in proper working condition to fulfill the maintenance needs ofthe parks;
  • Assist in prioritizing repair and maintenance needs in coordination with the Director of Operations and District Supervisors;
  • Ensure that a proper inventory of supplies, parts and tools is kept;
  • Ensure the area used for maintaining the equipment as well as the supplies, parts and toolinventory area is kept in an organized manner;
  • Assist in keeping an ongoing record of all repairs and maintenance for each piece of equipment and vehicle;
  • Train district supervisors and/or other staff in basic equipment maintenance and provide a checklist of items to review prior to utilizing equipment;
  • Will be required to travel to all parks for repair and/or pick up of equipment as needed;
  • Deliver fuel, as needed, to golf courses;
  • Assistance with park maintenance and/or special events as needed;
  • Attends Conservancy staff and safety meetings.

Additional Expectations

  • Aligns with the Conservancy’s commitment to creating an inclusive, equitable, and accountable working environment for all staff and park system for all park users;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications and Requirements (Knowledge, Skills and Abilities):

  • City of Buffalo residency within six-(6) months of hire date;
  • A minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in equivalent job duties and/or educational certifications/training;
  • Transport equipment on a 30 ft trailer throughout park system;
  • A Commercial Drivers License is a plus;
  • Personal tools not required;
  • Willingness to learn new skills;
  • Resourcefulness in utilizing time, equipment and/or supplies approved within the annual budget to the greatest benefit of the Conservancy;
  • Ability to work effectively and respectfully with other employees;
  • Professionalism in communication, demeanor and respectful relationship building at the highest level in representing the Conservancy and fostering collaborative partnerships.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

  • A combination of both indoor and outdoor work environments;
  • Outdoor work may be performed in extreme weather conditions;
  • A combination of independent and team collaboration;
  • Job duties may require an employee to bend, reach, stoop, sit, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time, as well as lift and/or move heavy objects which at times could be up to 50lbs.;
  • Required to drive distances between park locations and to operate standard to heavy park equipment and vehicles;
  • Weekend and holiday work may be required;
  • Flexible hours depending on workload and ever-changing priorities;
  • Must be able to adapt to ever-changing resources and limited budgets

This job description is intended to identify and list the responsibilities, duties, and qualifications for the position. It cannot be considered all-inclusive, however, as changing organizational circumstances can result in changes to some of those responsibilities, duties, and qualifications. Further, every task supporting the functioning of the position may not be listed or not listed in detail. This job description does not constitute a contract of employment. | Updated: February 2026

Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Inc. is committed to diversity in the workplace. Buffalo Olmsted Parks Conservancy, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

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