Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleTrades Generalist, Box PIMS-1108/01050
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $52694 to $64321 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Street Address Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services
Office of Facilities and Business Services
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Performance Improvement and Management Services is seeking candidates for a Trade Generalist position in the Office of Facilities and Business Services. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in one or more of the trades including carpentry, painting, minor electrical, masonry/tilework, and flooring;
• Provide field leadership to staff whose duties include facility maintenance and
Construction;
• Follow written and verbal instructions, project plans, and schedules.
• Possess working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in
trades to which assigned;
• Work independently as needed;
• Perform manual labor with the ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• May climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms, and in confined
Spaces;
• Demonstrate the ability to adhere to OSHA safety standards;
• Assist in the completion of minor rehabilitation projects located at OMH facilities as
Assigned;
• Perform general electrical maintenance work including the installation of circuits,
lighting, and wiring;
• Perform general carpentry duties, including the installation and maintenance of walls,
ceilings, cabinets, doors, windows, flooring and insulation;
• Perform general masonry work including the removal of rough or defective spots and
patch holes with fresh concrete. Apply ceramic tiles to walls, floors and ceilings;
• Cut, shape and apply tiles to surfaces according to specifications. Apply coats of
plaster and/or paint to walls and ceilings;
• Plan and lay out work. Read and interpret plans and blueprints and plan the
associated work accordingly;
• Provide support as needed for supervisors and co-workers on assignments;
• Team travel within the assigned region to multiple OMH facilities;
• Ability to wear a negative pressure respirator (N95), pass a fit test, and use other
personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed to perform job duties;
• Perform as lead worker in a team consisting of Maintenance Assistants and Facility
Operations Assistant 1s. Provide supervisory coverage in the absence of the team
Maintenance Supervisor;
• Perform ongoing maintenance, small repair, and environmental improvement
projects; perform general grounds keeping, landscaping, building maintenance, and
painting as needed;
• Provide emergency response for floods, snowstorms, etc. as needed;
• Perform other projects and duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: Four years of full-time experience in a trade 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.
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent non-competitive or 55b/c service as a Trades Generalist.
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent non-competitive appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of a valid New York State driver’s license will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess a valid New York State driver’s license at the time of hire. Continued employment as a Trade Generalist is dependent upon maintaining a valid New York State driver’s license. Failure to maintain a valid New York State driver’s license will result in removal from employment.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $64,321 based on annual performance advances. For new State employees appointed to 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
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Visit these links for information on working for New York State:
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf
Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights 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, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address OMSJobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 9, 2026, to OMSJobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-1108/01050) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.