Indicates whether if this vacancy posting is part of the NY HELPS Program.NY HELPNo

The agency in which the vacancy exists.AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of

The job title for the vacancy.TitleMaintenance Assistant

The job title for the vacancy.Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

The salary grade for this vacancy. Salaries are determined by salary grade and bargaining unit.Salary GradeHourly

The collective bargaining unit to which this vacancy is assigned.Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

The minimum and maximum of the salary range for this vacancy.Salary RangeFrom $18.77 to $18.77 Annually

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Employment Type Part-Time

Indicates whether this job is full-time or part-time. If the job is part-time, an estimated percentage will be provided. Part-time Percent 80%

This indicates the type of job, typically permanent, temporary, or provisional. 'Provisional' means that the appointment will be temporary until the incumbent takes and passes an appropriate civil service examination. Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional class is the indicator for how this job can be filled. The classified service is governed by the Civil Service Commission, and consists of competitive, non-competitive, exempt, and labor classes. 'Competitive class' indicates that the applicant must take and pass an appropriate civil service examination. 'Non-competitive class' indicates that the applicant's qualifications will be evaluated without a civil service examination. 'Exempt class' indicates that the applicant will be evaluated by methods other than competitive or non-competitive, and that incumbents will not be granted tenure. 'Labor class' requires that applicants possess skills or other physical characteristics that cannot effectively be evaluated by other means. The unclassified service is legislatively defined, and includes such positions as elected officials, department and agency heads, and all academic personnel in public schools, colleges, and universities. Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Estimates the percentage of time incumbents of this vacancy will be required to travel. Travel Percentage 10%

This provides information on the expected workweek. Workweek Mon-Fri

The number of hours in the workweek, typically 37.5 or 40 for full time, or any other number for part time.Hours Per Week 32

Workday

The start time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the earliest time this vacancy's shift can start. From 7 AM

The end time for this vacancy. If the agency employs flextime, this will be the latest time this vacancy's shift can end. To 3:30 PM

If checked, the agency allows flextime. Flextime allowed? No

If checked, this vacancy includes mandatory overtime. Mandatory overtime? No

If checked, this agency allows compressed workweek scheduling. Compressed workweek allowed? No

If checked, this agency allows telecommuting for this position. Telecommuting allowed? No

The county in which the vacancy is located. County Lewis

The street address where the vacancy is located. Street Address 7327 State Route 812

The city where the vacancy is located. City Lowville

The state where the vacancy is located (the default is New York). StateNY

The zip code where the vacancy is located. Zip Code13367

The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Will perform maintenance and rehabilitation work on infrastructure including buildings, recreation facilities, bridges, dams, access roads, trails, boundary lines, and Wildlife Management Areas.

Will be required to perform moderate to heavy labor, lift up to 50 pounds, climb a ladder, and work on heights on scaffold and platforms. Also, will be required to operate heavy equipment, large tractors, mowers, and transport heavy equipment and haul gravel. Will be required to follow all established safety standards and procedures in the performance of these job duties.

The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. 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.

Must obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no airbrake restriction.

Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2026, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.

Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview.

Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Travel may be required.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction.
Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.

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

The name of the contact person for this vacancy. Name Heath Boomhower

The telephone number to use for questions about this vacancy. Telephone 518-402-9273

The fax to use for this vacancy. Fax 518-402-9038

Email address for emailing applications, or to ask questions about this vacancy. Email Address PostingResponses@dec.ny.gov

Address

The street address of the contact for this vacancy. Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

The city for the contact for this vacancy. City Albany

The state of the contact for this vacancy (the default is New York). State NY

The zip code for the contact for this vacancy. Zip Code 12233

Instructions for potential applicants.Notes on ApplyingPlease mail/email your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #25-182060 on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.