Trades Generalist

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday & Paid Time Off

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pension from NYS Employees’ Retirement

Shift & Geographic pay differentials

Affordable Health Care options

Family dental and vision benefits

NYS Deferred Compensation plan

529/ABLE College Savings Programs

Job summary

The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is seeking personnel to assist in the operation and maintenance of DEC facilities, including buildings, flood control projects, wildlife management areas, fishing access sites, and forests.

You will operate equipment and power tools with a focus on safety and efficiency, and may handle highway vehicles requiring a Class A CDL upon appointment.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled tradesperson or equivalent combination of experience and training from technical courses in skilled trades.
• Must possess a Class A CDL and all necessary endorsements at time of hire and maintain them during employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation and maintenance of DEC facilities including buildings, flood control projects, wildlife areas, fishing sites, and state forests.
• Operate equipment and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Possess ability to operate highway vehicles, including medium and heavy-duty dump trucks or stake body trucks; CDL A required upon appointment.
• Perform a variety of trades tasks such as plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, mowing, landscaping, and snow removal.
• Work may include operation of diverse motor equipment (dump trucks, bulldozers, excavators, loaders, mowers, tractors, etc.) and maintenance on those assets.
• Provide documentation of work performed, purchasing, fuel usage, and mileage; may supervise/train other seasonal staff.

Skills

CDL A

Equipment operation

Trades experience

Job description

Duties Description

Assist with the operation and maintenance of DEC facilities, including buildings, flood control projects, wildlife management areas, fishing access sites, and state forests. Will be required to operate equipment and power tools safely and efficiently.

Description

Assist with the operation and maintenance of DEC facilities, including buildings, flood control projects, wildlife management areas, fishing access sites, and state forests. Will be required to operate equipment and power tools safely and efficiently.

Required to operate highway vehicles including but not limited to medium and heavy-duty dump trucks or stake body trucks. A CDL A license will be required upon appointment to move materials and equipment to and from jobsites also to transport trucks, trailers, and equipment to maintenance facilities and assist with diagnosing mechanical issues.

Candidate may be required to perform a variety of tasks within the buildings and grounds maintenance trades including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, painting, sawyer, mowing, landscaping, equipment operation, and snow removal.

May be required to operate and assist with maintenance on diverse types of motor equipment to include but not limited to dump trucks, bulldozers, excavators, loaders, mowers, tractors, roller/compactors, skid steers, chain saws, road graders, snowplows, and motorboats.

Will be required to assist with office tasks such as work orders, vehicle reports, invoicing, etc. Provide written documentation of work performed, as well as purchasing, fuel usage, mileage reporting, etc. May be required to supervise and train other seasonal Operations and Green Thumb staff as needed.

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. Must possess a Class A CDL and necessary endorsements at time of hire and maintain them for duration of employment.

Additional Comments

Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.

Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.

Must be able to work in remote areas.

Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Travel may be required.

Overtime may be required.

Overnight travel may be required.

Weekends and holidays may be required.

Must be available for emergency response.

Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.

Must possess a Class A CDL at time of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction.

Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse.

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 80 pounds.

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...

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.

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).