Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 05/18/26
Applications Due: 06/01/26
Vacancy ID: 216302
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
TitleParks & Recreation Aide 5 – Carpenter's Helper
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $20.45 to $20.45 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Labor Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Rockland
Street Address Bear Mountain State Park – Regional Maintenance
3006 Seven Lakes Dr.
City Bear Mountain
StateNY
Zip Code10911
Job Specifics
Duties Description Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor 2, SG-17 at Regional Maintenance, the selected candidate’s duties will perform carpentry work, woodworking and general construction. Duties include, but not be limited to:
• Under the direction of a skilled tradesperson, assist in routine carpentry and repairs, including finishing work and performing restoration work on historic buildings, which includes wood framing, shingling, repairing and installing facia, doors, windows, stairs, and porches.
• Assist in the completion of restoration work on historic buildings ensuring retention of the original historic fabrication.
• Travel in park vehicles to other facilities within the Palisades Interstate Park Region (PIPC) for work assignments.
• Operate and maintain various types of woodworking equipment to ensure accurate and safe operation.
• Under the guidance of skilled tradesperson, complete routine carpentry and repairs as part of a team and individually.
• Install and adjust door and building hardware as required.
• Adhere to all applicable safety regulations and use proper personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work effectively independently as well as in a team setting and demonstrate ability to handle multiple projects.
• Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.
Minimum Qualifications There are no minimum qualifications for this title per Civil Service.
Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions.
• Applicant must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and adhere to safe working practices.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
BENEFITS:
This position has the option to join the NYS Employee’s Retirement System and may be eligible for health insurance, dental and vision coverage as well as the opportunity for paid time off in the form of vacation, sick, personal and holiday leave after time and service requirements has been met.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Steven Annacone
Telephone
Fax
Email Address Steven.Annacone@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Bear Mountain State Park – Regional Maintenance
3006 Seven Lakes Dr.
City Bear Mountain
State NY
Zip Code 10911
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 by visiting the website at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Palisades.pdf
or scan the QR code below.
Please forward your application and resume to Steven Annacone at Steven.Annacone@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Regional Maintenance – PRA 5 - Carpenter's Helper”. If you have any questions concerning the position, please email.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.
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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