Maintenance Assistant

State of New York - Environmental Conservation, Department of; Haines Falls (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

State of New York - Environmental Conservation, Department of is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in Greene County, NY. The position supports a range of trades, from HVAC to carpentry, under supervision, with duties including operations of heavy equipment and extensive grounds work.

This hourly appointment is currently funded through 3/31/2027, may require after-hours work, and requires a valid NY driver’s license; workdays are Mon-Fri, with possible travel to remote sites.

Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work.
• Completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course or NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program.
• Valid New York State driver’s license.
• Equivalent combination of experience and training from technical courses.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in one or more trades (HVAC, carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, masonry).
• Operate equipment such as trucks, tractors, front end loaders, mowers, chain saws, power tools, etc.
• Maintain records of work completed via spreadsheet.
• Perform grounds keeping and landscaping duties including road and trail maintenance, mowing and weed whacking, and building maintenance and repairs.
• Perform snow removal.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Education

Two-year technical school program or NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate

Job description

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.

Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.

Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of

Title Maintenance Assistant

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade Hourly

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $19.33 to $19.33 Hourly

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Greene

Street Address North / South Lake Campground

City Haines Falls

State NY

Duties Description Specific duties to be performed may include, but are not limited to the following:

• - Perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in one or more of the mechanical (HVAC), carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and masonry trades
• - Work under the direction of a field supervisor and follow written and verbal instructions
• - Operate equipment such as trucks, tractors, front end loaders, mowers, chain saws, power tools, etc
• - Possess working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in trades to which assigned
• - Perform moderate to heavy manual labor
• - Maintain records of work completed via spreadsheet
• - Perform grounds keeping and landscaping duties as needed including road and trail maintenance, mowing and weed whacking, and building maintenance and repairs
• - Perform snow removal

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications 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 and maintain a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Additional Comments This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2027, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview. Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position. Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required. Must be able to work in remote areas. Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies. Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.

The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please email: [e-mail].

Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Heath Boomhower

Telephone [phone]

Fax [phone]

Email Address [e-mail]

Address

Street 625 Broadway

Personnel, 10th Floor

City Albany

State NY

StateJobsNY 2026 NYS Department of Civil Service