Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $48956 to $59757 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson, which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in skilled trades at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.
Duties Description The Trades Generalist at Clay Pit Ponds State Park Preserve works as a part of the operations and maintenance staff. Trades Generalists across the various trades have one responsibility in common and that is to perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, motor equipment and electrical trades. Incumbents must have a working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in their respective trades and be willing to learn new skills. Duties include:
• Lead a team of skilled trade generalists or unskilled staff in preventative and corrective maintenance of the park’s fleet of equipment including gators, push mowers, tractors, trucks, passenger vehicles and trail repair.
• Complete repairs on various pieces of heavy equipment or small-engine devices.
• Plan and lay out projects, supervise and train others as well as read and interpret plans.
• May be assigned to other duties including but not limited to direct facility maintenance, leading operations as needed, which may include supervising lower-level staff, and operating various equipment for grounds care & maintenance.
• May be responsible for directing park operations in the absence of the Park Manager 2.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess a valid drivers license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
• The schedule is 40 hours per week, with pass days to be determined. Weekend, evening, and holiday shifts may also be required.
• Must be able to read and interpret blueprints
• Must be able to supervise others and to act independently with a minimum of supervision.
• Must have ability to understand and carry out written and/or verbal instructions.
• Must have knowledge of standard safety practices.
• Candidate is expected to periodically support the New York City Region’s park and operational needs, including special assignments at other parks and emergency management tasks as needed.
DOWNSTATE ADJUSTMENT: $3,400
BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a permanent employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave
• Health Care, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Wellness Program (EWP)
To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name NYS State Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation - NYC Regional Office
Email Address nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov
Address
17th Floor
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION PROCEDURE:
If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, please submit a resume, an employment application and a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the stated minimum qualifications. The employment application (Part 1 – Pre-Interview Form S1000) can be downloaded from the website of NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation at www.parks.ny.gov/employment. Please forward these three required items by email to nycvacancies@parks.ny.gov.
Application information should be emailed to NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, Attention Personnel. All qualified persons are encouraged to apply. You must include “TRADES GENERALIST – SG12 - CPPSPP” in the title of your e-mail for consideration. Electronic submissions are encouraged.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.