Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $46146 to $56324 Annually
"Other" Explanation 5 days per week – 8 hour days, possible weekends<br /><br />Variable hours<br />
Workday
Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience in carpentry; plumbing; electric; motor equipment; small engine repair or masonry 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.
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.
Duties Description The incumbent will be responsible for a primary trade in one of the following: carpentry; plumbing; electric; motor equipment; small engine repair or masonry. Trades Generalists across the various trades have one responsibility in common and that is performing 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 trade. The incumbent will plan and lay out projects, supervise and train others as well as read and interpret plans. The incumbent may be assigned to other duties besides those described above, including directing facility maintenance and supervising lower level staff.
Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
Must possess and maintain a valid New York State driver's license as a term and condition of employment.
The schedule is 40 hours per week, with pass days to be determined. Weekend, evening and holiday shifts may also be required.
Must possess the ability to read and interpret blueprints, supervise others and to act independently with minimal supervision. Candidates must have the ability to understand and carry out instructions, including written material.
Must have knowledge of good safety practices.
Must have a strong supervisory background and develop and maintain effective relationships with all park employees and patrons.
Must be a great problem solver and good at conflict resolution.
Must have a working knowledge of the safe operation of hand and stationary shop tools.
Must have the ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor.
Must have the ability to operate a variety of driven machinery.
BENEFITS:
There are various benefits that a permanent employee is entitled to, based on their negotiating unit, which may include:
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick, And Personal Leave
• Health Care Coverage
• Retirement Plan
• Payroll Deduction Savings Plans
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance
Learn more about benefits for permanent state employees: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Central.Employment@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street 6105 East Seneca Turnpike
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, to Cinda Pierce, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, 6105 East Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078 or to central.employment@parks.ny.gov by the date indicated below. Include “Trades Generalist Selkirk Shores” in the subject line. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Charles Halligan at (315) 492-1756.
It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.
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