Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleTrades Specialist (Sign Fabrication) - Regional Maintenance (Whirlpool State Park)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $61548 Annually
Duties Description Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor 2, SG-17, the incumbent will perform journey-level sign painting activities and may supervise others in the production and repair of signs of metal, wood, and other materials used for a variety of purposes including regulating, directing and guiding highway traffic and for education and information purposes. Duties may include, but may not be limited to:
• Utilizing computers, software, commercial printers, and sign making equipment to produce signs of metal, wood, plastic, vinyl, and other appropriate materials.
• Setting up and operating mechanized equipment, such as power metal shears, punch and drill presses, and band saws, to produce blanks and structured sign components.
• Laying out designs on stencil film, cutting screen stencils, and painting signs.
• Designing and hand-lettering posters, special signs, and exhibit cards with an emphasis on artistic layout.
• Applying reflective paper/vinyl, gold and silver leaf to signs according to accepted practices and specifications.
• Removing paint from damaged signs using high pressure steam, chemicals, and other approved methods.
• Fabricating sheet metal and aluminum materials for sign figures
• Welding aluminum, stainless stee, and other metals as part of the sign fabrication
• Assisting with neighboring regions in the design and application of signage.
• Assisting in the installation, maintenance, and replacement of signs in the field as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience* in the design, lettering and making of signs 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 painting and sign painting at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services
When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.
Reassignment Qualifications:
Current NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Employees only, with at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Trades Specialist (Sign Fabrication).
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.
BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Niagara.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
PO Box 1132
Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.parks.ny.gov/employment.
Please forward your application and resume, if available, within (10) calendar days of the posting of this notice to Courtney Zimmerman, Regional Business Office, Niagara Falls State Park, P.O. Box 1132, Niagara Falls, NY 14303. Resumes may also be emailed to: Niagara.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Trades Specialist (Sign Fabrication) – Regional Maintenance (Whirlpool SP)
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.
New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.