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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 02/18/26

Applications Due03/04/26

Vacancy ID209765

NY HELPNo

AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleTrades Generalist (Battle Island State Park Golf Course)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $50425 to $61548 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Variable schedule depending on the season.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Oswego

Street Address 2150 State Route 48

City Fulton

StateNY

Zip Code13069

Duties Description Under the supervision of the Golf Course Manager 2, Grade 18, the Trades Generalist, SG-12 performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks with primary emphasis on motor equipment maintenance and repair. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Diagnose, service, and repair gasoline and diesel-powered motor equipment, including cars, golf carts, trucks, and light-duty equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance (oil changes, lubrication, inspections, and fluid checks).
• Assist with troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems.
• Understand different types of pesticides, their applications, and storage.
• Perform other skilled or semi-skilled maintenance tasks as required.
• Complete work orders, track materials used, and document progress in maintenance systems.
• Conduct inspections to diagnose issues and determine corrective actions.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• May supervise subordinate staff or assist with training.

Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience in motor equipment 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 appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments Operating Needs:
• Must be available to work a variable schedule that includes weekends, holidays and/or evening shifts.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.

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

Paid Time Off:
· 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

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

Name Barbara Sorrells

Telephone

Fax

Email Address Central.Employment@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS OPRHP - Central Regional Office

6105 E Seneca Turnpike

City Jamesville

State NY

Zip Code 13078

 

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/employment

Please forward your application and resume, if available, to Barbara Sorrells, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation, 6105 E Seneca Turnpike, Jamesville, NY 13078

or email to Central.Employment@parks.ny.gov with the subject line “Trades Generalist – Battle Island State Park Golf Course”

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Charles Halligan at (315) 492-1756.

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

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

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