Maintenance Assistant - VID 189204

NYS Office of General Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYS Office of General Services is hiring a Maintenance Assistant for full-time work in Albany, NY. This role includes performing repairs and installations across various trades such as electrical and plumbing, with a focus on maintaining facility standards. Candidates should have relevant experience and a valid NYS driver's license. Competitive pay is offered with opportunities for certification and advancement.

Qualifications

• Valid New York State motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Asbestos certification required within 90 days.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled repairs/installations in various trades.
• Retrieve assignments and document work hours.
• Assist in responding to maintenance emergencies.

Skills

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Knowledge of building codes

Manual dexterity

Problem-solving skills

Education

Two years of full-time experience in maintenance

Completion of a two-year technical school course

Job description

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NYS Office of General Services provided pay range

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Base pay range

$42,641.00/yr - $52,413.00/yr

Duties Description

• Will perform semi-skilled repairs/installations in the electrical, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and painting trades.
• Retrieve daily assignments and track accountable hours using the AiM work management system. Submit accurate and proper documentation in a timely manner.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in responding to emergency and non-emergency priorities.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor in completing rounds of the facility and reporting issues as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  
  

Operational Needs:

• Possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted New York State motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Asbestos certification required within 90 days of appointment as well as compliance with all related PESH/OSHA regulations.
• Able to lift up to 80 lbs.
• Able to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platform lifts, boom lifts, etc.
• Able to operate a variety of forklifts (OSHA certification provided after appointment).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Working knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations.
  
  

Shift: Tuesday – Saturday; 10:30PM to 6:30AM

Minimum Qualifications

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

Application Process - Candidates are required to provide specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience with the Application for Posted Position (ADM 227). This information should be on the letterhead of the employer under whom the qualifying experience was gained and include names and titles of supervisors, duties performed during the training period and specific dates of employment and be signed by that employer.

• Candidates qualifying through the completion of appropriate course work should include a copy of their transcript or listing of course work completed.
• A copy of a trades union card is acceptable documentary proof of qualification.
• Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment.
  
  

Per Agreement between the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. and the State of New York, Article 45 (d) the requirement to prove qualification shall rest with the employee.

Additional Comments

The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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