Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/03/25
Applications Due: 03/24/25
Vacancy ID: 181896
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyMental Health, Office of
TitleMaintenance Assistant, Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center, P25624
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade09
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $41399 to $50884 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6 AM
To 6 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County New York
Street Address Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10035
Job Specifics
Duties Description Maintenance Assistants use hand and shop tools to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on structures and equipment. As semi-skilled workers, Maintenance Assistants perform routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair tasks in one or a combination of the mechanical, building construction, motor equipment, and electrical trades. Incumbents may also perform journey level activities, under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions, to learn and perfect their skills.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the trade(s) to which assigned
• Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment, and materials of the trade or trades to which assigned
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures, and applicable codes and regulations for trades to which assigned
• Ability to read plans, specifications, manuals, and blueprints and to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
• Ability to work with a computer to learn the Maintenance Department’s material data entry programs.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor; climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms
• May be assigned to other maintenance activities, such as snow removal and ice control
Minimum Qualifications Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.
*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs
Background checks will be required.
This position is eligible for a down state adjustment of $3,400.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Human Resources
Telephone
Fax 646-766-4380
Email Address mk.hr@omh.ny.gov
Address
Street Kirby Forensic Psychiatric Center
102 Rivers Edge Road
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10035
Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.
https://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf
The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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