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Field Logistics Support (RPT)

Part-time

New York Botanical Garden

Bronx, NYPart-time$24/hrTracked 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$24/hr
Location
Bronx, NY
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid Driver’s License

Job overview

The Field Logistics Support role assists the management team with daily operational and field logistics at the New York Botanical Garden, operating trams and other vehicles, providing visitor services, and supporting event logistics while ensuring safety and excellent customer service.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Vehicle OperationCustomer ServiceCommunicationPhysical Stamina

Qualifications

Valid Driver’s LicenseAvailability to Work Weekends, Weekdays, and HolidaysCustomer Service Experience

Full job description

Title:

Field Logistics Support (RPT)

Position Summary

Responsible for assisting management team with daily operational and field logistics. Will also function as a tram driver and operate tram and other vehicles in a safe and professional manner. This representative will assist management with mentoring staff on tram and other vehicles as needed. Emphasis will be placed on customer service (greeting, guiding visitors, promoting Membership etc ). The individual in this role will report to the Director of Experience (Operations).

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

  • Basic vehicle maintenance; including refueling and cleaning

  • Safely transport passengers through Garden grounds while providing narrative explanation

  • Observance of all institutional and departmental policies and procedures

  • Keep up-to-date and knowledgeable on all Garden events, programs, and current exhibitions; inform visitors about all areas of the Garden

  • Conduct transactions in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by the Visitor Experience department

  • Become familiar in admissions apparatus and protocols

  • Assist management with training junior staff on trams and other vehicles

  • Assist with exhibition set-up, breakdown, signage, and transportation needs

  • Monitor and respond to tram radio calls and other radio calls as needed

  • Assist with day-of tram bookings and group visit logistics

  • Assist management with resolving POS hardware malfunctions such as printer jams and scanner connectivity

  • Act as a Visitor Experience Attendant and Tram driver as needed

  • Perform other duties as specified and needed by department management

Qualifications

  • Must have a valid driver’s license for a minimum of (3) years

  • Must have excellent communication skills

  • Available to work weekends, weekdays, and holidays

  • Previous customer service experience desired

Physical Demand & Work Environment

  • While performing the duties of this position, the employee is required to, at minimum, work in a variety of weather conditions and to be outdoors,

  • Ability to stand and or walk for long periods, and lift and or carry 50lbs.

  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Work Schedule

  • This a regular part time role

  • Thursday to Sunday 9AM to 6 PM

Rate

  • $24 per hour

If you require an accommodation for any part of the application process, please notify the Human Resources department at [email protected]

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