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Trades Generalist
$24.15/hour
New York State Fair
Syracuse, NY
Posting Dates: March 27, 2026 – April 6, 2026
Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair! Join us and become an integral part of a team dedicated to providing an educational forum for agriculture and commerce, providing affordable, quality entertainment and educational opportunities, contributing to the efforts of the Department, industry, associations, and private businesses in the promotion and marketing of agriculture and agri-business, and creatively providing opportunities for economic growth by producing revenues and providing jobs. Here, you can cultivate your career against the backdrop of an annual event that celebrates our agricultural heritage. You’ll be at the heart of community engagement, ensuring the legacy of the fair continues to flourish and contributes to a vibrant New York culture. With a wide range of opportunities, you can find your niche in public service and grow both professionally and personally. Embrace the chance to join our team, and you’ll not only reap a fulfilling career but also sow the seeds for a healthier, stronger New York — while being part of a historic tradition.
Position Information:
Are you looking for a temporary job this summer? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! We are seeking two Trades Generalists to work at the Great New York State Fair. As a Trades Generalist, you may perform journey-level work in one trade, and skilled and semiskilled level work in a combination of other trades to assist in the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment in support of State Fair operations from May 2026 to September 2026. These are full-time positions offering 40 hours/week, working Monday-Friday. They are represented by CSEA, offering a competitive pay rate of $ $24.15/hour.
You must be available to work from May to October 2026 or June to October 2026. This means you'll have the chance to work in a professional and comfortable environment with ample free parking all summer! Plus, the position is conveniently located at the New York State Fairgrounds at 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, NY. Don't hesitate to apply. We can't wait to hear from you!
Benefits:
These are CSEA-represented positions offering inexpensive health insurance options, free dental and vision coverage, and NYS Pension Plan membership.
As a New York State employee, you could potentially qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)! The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets or another eligible employer.
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.
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 operated.
How to Apply:
To apply, you must complete our online employment application and upload your cover letter and resume to the system. Within the application, please mention the specific work timeframe you are interested in, as noted above. The deadline to apply is April 6, 2026.
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Denny in Human Resources at 315-728-4254 or HarvestYourPotential@agriculture.ny.gov.
The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations and/or modifications as necessary, for qualified persons with disabilities. If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/employment-information.
Additional Position Information:
Division: State Fair
Negotiating Unit: CSEA
Location: Syracuse
Number of Vacancies: Two
Status of Vacancy: Temporary; Hourly
Hours Per Week: 40 Hours
Jurisdictional Class: Non-Competitive
Civil Service List(s): No Eligible List Exists
Salary : $24