What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Utilities Assistant (NY HELPS) - 12765 position at NYS Department of Health?
Duties Description
Under the direct supervision of a Plant Utilities Engineer, the Plant Utilities Assistant will support the operation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and control systems responsible for providing heating, hot water, ventilation, and air conditioning. Responsibilities include assisting with the maintenance and repair of boilers, pumps, controls, auxiliary power plant equipment, as well as electrical and mechanical stationary systems.
Minimum Qualifications
Transfer Opportunity: NYS employee with one year or more of permanent or contingent-permanent competitive service as a Plant Utilities Assistant (G-9) or Boiler Inspector (G-14) and eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Non-competitive (NY HELPS) Opportunity: To be eligible for a NY HELPS appointment, the candidate must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the Civil service exam announcements. To see the minimum qualifications, go to
https://www.cs.ny.gov/examannouncements/announcements/oc-cr/decentralized/20-450010.cfm
Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate should be familiar with the specialized needs of a health-related and/or laboratory facility. The candidate should have a solid understanding of energy conservation methodologies applicable to laboratory facilities, including laboratory capital equipment, commercial HVAC systems, high-pressure steam, and related ancillary equipment. Candidate should also be familiar with arc flash and lockout-tagout procedures.
Additional Comments
Since exposure to potentially hazardous substances may be involved in these positions, the candidate who accepts the position may be required to wear personal protective equipment, undergo pre-employment and periodic health evaluations, and receive specific immunizations. Possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted NYS motor vehicle license. May be required to obtain Department of Environmental Conservation certifications related to site-specific facility operation. This is a 24/7 shift operation – shift assignment is subject to bidding based on DOH-Wadsworth Seniority time and may be subject to change based on operation
requirements. Overtime may be required.
Transfer candidates may be asked for SSN to verify title history and eligibility.
This position is part of the NYS HELPS program. No examination is required.
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...
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health’s Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact by phone 518-486-1812 or email doh.sm.reasonable.accommodation@health.ny.gov to make a request.
NYS Department of Health does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
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.
Pay: $42,641.00 - $52,413.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $42,641 - $52,413