Position Information

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleTrades Generalist - Bear Mountain State Park

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $54425 to $65548 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation May - September: Sunday - Thursday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM October - April: Monday - Friday 7:00 – 3:30 PM

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

Location

County Rockland

Street Address Bear Mountain State Park

3006 Seven Lakes Drive

City Bear Mountain

StateNY

Zip Code10911

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under the direction of the Park Managers, the Trades Generalist will perform journey-level work in plumbing and skilled and semi-skilled carpentry and electrical tasks in the rehabilitation, construction, and repair of State Park buildings, structures, and infrastructure using normal tools of the trade. The job duties of this position include, but are not limited to:
• Operate heavy machinery such as skid steers, excavators, backhoes, and loaders while performing daily inspections and maintenance. This includes basic servicing of motor equipment such as troubleshooting, checking and changing fluids, and replacing parts to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Oversee the operation and maintenance of the Bear Mountain swimming pool's mechanical room and filtration system, including seasonal startup and shutdown, in-season operation, planned maintenance, emergency repairs, seasonal draining, winterizing, and recharging of the park's water system while also performing repairs on the pool and surrounding deck.
• Manage the inventory of chemicals, tools, supplies, and equipment needed for various tasks, making necessary purchases in accordance with agency guidelines.
• Responsible for coordinating and executing park projects independently, with minimal supervision. This includes assigning, supervising, reviewing, training, and evaluating the work of lower-level seasonal and permanent employees to ensure they adhere to established standards.
• Assist with snow and ice control operations by operating snow removal equipment. This includes using a chainsaw to fell and remove trees as necessary, while being available to help in other areas of park operations as directed.
• Communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner.
• This position involves written communication including reading and comprehending written material.

**Rental Housing may be available and can be discussed at the interview.**

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.

When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

*If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS:
• Must have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must have the ability to operate a chainsaw and must complete OPRHP sawyer training or equivalent within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. This training will be provided by OPRHP.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and adhere to safe working practices.

Location Pay:
The hiring rate will be the sum of the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 12 ($50,425) and the Downstate Adjustment ($4,000). The job rate will be the sum of the statutory job rate ($61,548) and the Downstate Adjustment ($4,000).

BENEFITS:
Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

Paid Time Off
• CSEA: 44 days – 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 5 personal leave days, 13 holidays

Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx

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

How to Apply

Name Sheila McCaffrey

Telephone

Fax

Email Address employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12238

 

Notes on ApplyingIf you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation by visiting the website at https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Palisades.pdf


Please forward your application and resume to employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Trades Generalist – Bear Mountain– Item #7796”.
All qualified persons are invited and encouraged to apply.

It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs.