Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $48956 to $59757 Annually
Minimum Qualifications 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. Must obtain a Class A CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction.
Duties Description The Trades Generalist is responsible for ensuring Operations staff performs construction tasks safely and in compliance with NYS building codes, national electric codes, and OSHA, and PESH safety rules. The Trades Generalist provides knowledge of these regulations, periodic inspections of buildings, infrastructure, power tools, ladders, lock out/tag out, fall protection, safety awareness training, and exposure limits which are crucial to protect the safety of employees and the public who utilize our facilities. The Trades Generalist is responsible for ensuring proper maintenance of existing buildings that are annually inspected by the Office of Fire Inspection and Control, and recreational facilities used by the public. Additionally, this person directs all the maintenance and structural work at other facilities such as fishermen's access sites, universally assessable features, motor vehicle bridges, snowmobile bridges, foot bridges, decks, lean-to's, and observation towers.
Additional duties include the repair and maintenance of buildings and other structures; operate and complete routine maintenance on various pieces of construction equipment; operate and transport heavy equipment; supervise and assign jobs for crews and oversee the work being done by contractors, purchase supplies and materials in accordance with Department policy and procedures; and complete daily reports.
Additional Comments Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
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 be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must obtain a Class A 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.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
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.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.