Review Vacancy
AgencyEnvironmental Conservation, Department of
TitleMaintenance Assistant (2 Positions)
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $18.77 to $18.77 Hourly
Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: 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.
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 operate
Duties Description Selected candidate will provide maintenance support services throughout the Northville working circle including 5 public campgrounds, 4 boater access sites and the Northville office complex.
Working under a skilled trades-worker, will be assisting in general maintenance, repair and infrastructure improvement at State facilities including but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry and some medium/heavy equipment operation. Other duties to include, but not limited to, assisting in hazardous tree removal, trail maintenance and general sanitary cleaning of facilities. Will be required to assist with snow removal and may be required to assist the auto mechanic with basic automotive repairs under their direction.
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.
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 able to lift and move objects up to 70 pounds.
This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2025, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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