Trades Generalist (Caleb Smith)

Description

Duties Description

Come build your future with the State of New York!

Under the supervision of the higher-level personnel, the Trades Generalist will perform journey-level work in carpentry, as well as skilled and semi-skilled tasks in other trades.

Duties Will Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Plans, and performs all required maintenance work; construction and repairs of small buildings and structures, repairs or replaces docks, walkways, doors and windows, painting, basic plumbing and electrical, etc.
• Prioritize repair projects to meet the immediate needs of the park.
• Supervises, trains, and instructs staff to complete projects and repairs.
• Responsible for maintaining adequate levels of supplies, tools, and equipment to accomplish tasks.
• Use and maintain machinery, equipment, and carpentry tools; making sure work area and all equipment is clean, safe, and properly serviced.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment.
• Operate plow trucks, tractors, loaders, sit down mowers, UTV’s and other equipment as required.
• Operate and maintain chainsaws for tree removal and storm clean up, assist with tree report, willing to attend chainsaw training (Game of Logging 1,2,3) and obtain first aid and CPR/AED certification.
• River maintenance including removal of fallen trees, river grass, pruning vegetation, etc.
• Conducts mandatory OSHA and Facility inspections, reporting to Regional Health and Safety office by deadlines, attend Regional Health and Safety meetings. Trains staff in proper safety practices utilizing Agency and OSHA/PESH guidelines.
• Trains and supervises staff in the safe use and maintenance of large and small equipment, carpentry power and hand tools, vehicles, chainsaws, etc.
• Conducts safety and maintenance inspections of facility, corrects problems where possible, and make requests to supervisor for appropriate skilled trades assistance when needed. Completes required safety reports.
• May draw rough sketches or prepare plans to scale to accomplish projects as required.
• Assists as necessary with general area maintenance including but not limited to grounds upkeep, landscaping, snow and ice control, litter control, facility restrooms (supplies and cleanliness), and essential office needs.
• Assumes responsibility as acting supervisor in the absence of the Park Manager and Park Supervisors which may include performing the duties of opening and or closing the facility.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

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.

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.

• If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.
  
  

Reassignment Qualifications

Current NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Employees only, with at least one year of permanent or contingent-permanent qualifying service as a Trades Generalist.

Operating Needs

Additional Comments

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must have the ability to operate a chainsaw and complete Game of Logging level 1, 2, and 3 or equivalent training within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. This training will be provided by OPRHP.
  
  

Benefits

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off

• CSEA: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays
  
  

Health Care Benefits

• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
  
  

Additional Benefits

• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  

The hiring rate listed combines the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 12 ($50,425) with the Downstate Adjustment ($4,000). Similarly, the job rate posted is a combination of the statutory job rate ($61,548) and the Downstate Adjustment ($4,000).