Maintenance Assistant, New York State Psychiatric Institute, P28233

Duties Description Maintenance Assistants use hand and shop tools to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on structures and equipment. As semi-skilled workers, Maintenance Assistants perform routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair tasks in one or a combination of the mechanical, building construction, motor equipment, and electrical trades. Incumbents may also perform journey level activities, under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions, to learn and perfect their skills. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Performs routine replacement and repair of plumbing and

steamfitting equipment and installation of new equipment,
according to layouts provided by the supervisor, by cutting,
fitting, and threading pipe; removing existing pipes and
fixtures; repairing and adjusting water mixers, thermostats,
and other fixtures locating and unplugging stoppages; repairing
domestic steam equipment such as steam tables, dishwashers,
and laundry equipment repairing leaks in steam and water
lines; overhauling vacuum pumps; and insulating steam lines.

• Performs semiskilled carpentry activities including repairing

doors, windows, window sashes, storm windows, stairs,
railings, furniture, locks, and door hardware operating shop
machinery to make and assemble bookcases, shelves, tables,
trenches, signs, and modular furniture erecting and moving
partitions building forms for concrete work and, under
supervision, assisting in erecting and renovating buildings and
structures.

• Performs semiskilled masonry repairs and installation activities

such, as pointing up brick and stone work, patching plaster
walls, setting tiles, laying brick and stone, finishing concrete
work, replacing fire brick in boilers, and operating equipment
including mixers and concrete block machines.

• Assists in painting and decorating work by performing interior

and exterior painting not requiring fine finish or decorative
treatment, staining and finishing wood and furniture, painting
equipment, installing wallpaper, and spray painting surfaces
and equipment.

• Performs the routine tasks of the electrical trade, including

repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors,
vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances;
replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing
electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting
fixtures, outlets, and switches: and adjusting points and
contacts on electrical equipment.

Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks will be required.

This position is eligible for a down state adjustment of $4,150.