Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyTransportation, Department of

TitleMaintenance Assistant (Region 8)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 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 6:30 AM

To 3 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Dutchess

Street Address NYS Department of Transportation - Highway Maintenance

4 Burnett Blvd

City Poughkeepsie

StateNY

Zip Code12603

Job Specifics

Duties Description As a Maintenance Assistant you will perform routine, repetitive semi-skilled 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. Specific duties will be discussed at the interview.

Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled trades worker or completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course.

Additional Comments The starting salary for Maintenance Assistant is $51,641. This amount is comprised of the base salary of $42,641
with an additional geographic pay differential of $9,000, specific to this title and location.

In addition, a Mid-Hudson Adjustment of $2,000 or a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000 may also apply depending on the location of the position.

Cannabis use is not permitted for employees in this title. Cannabis use will be tested for during the pre-employment screening process and may be the basis for disqualification for employment or may be a basis for removal from
employment

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis

The salary range listed reflects the full range for this graded position. For new State employees appointed into
graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion
salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC
Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts. For more salary information please visit https://oer.ny.gov/salary-schedules

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

How to Apply

Name Tara Begor

Telephone

Fax 845-431-7927

Email Address Tara.Begor@dot.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Department of Transportation - Administrative Services

4 Burnett Boulevard

City Poughkeepsie

State NY

Zip Code 12603

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, a current resume, and a copy of required transcripts (if applicable), titled by last name, with the Notice Number R08-26-32 and last name in the subject line and referenced in the letter of interest no later than 4/22/2026 to:

NYS Department of Transportation - Highway Maintenance Group
Attn: Tara Begor
4 Burnett Boulevard, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603
E-mail: Tara.Begor@dot.ny.gov