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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 05/16/18

Applications Due05/30/18

Vacancy ID53357

AgencyEducation Department, State

TitleGeneral Mechanic, Box BND-88/00614)

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $42631 to $52039 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Genesee

Street Address New York State School for the Blind

City Batavia

StateNY

Zip Code14020

Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must possess four years of full-time experience in a trade under a skilled journeyman, which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprentice training in the trade or training gained by the completion of technical courses in a trade at a school or institute may be substituted for the above experience on a year-by-year basis. Candidates must be physically able to perform duties assigned. Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license is required.

Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s School for the Blind in Batavia is seeking applicants to fill a General Mechanic position. Duties of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Install new circuits, wiring, lighting, power speakers, and strobes;
• Perform repairs and maintain knowledge of emergency power equipment and components;
• Perform repairs and maintain knowledge of the fire alarm system and components;
• Perform repairs using electrical testing equipment, including amp meters;
• Lay out work projects, set up areas for new construction, and work with contractors;
• Order supplies and equipment; and
• Assist maintenance staff as required.

Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Department of Criminal Justice Services, a background check with the Office of Children and Family Services and clearance from the Justice Center Staff Exclusion List is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the applicant’s expense. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Applicants should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of experience will be required for all candidates at the time of interview. This will be a permanent, non-competitive, 12-month appointment.

*Leads to a maximum salary of $52,039 with annual performance advances.

APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 30, 2018 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (BND-88/00614) of the position in all correspondence and in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.

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

Name Office of Human Resources Management

Telephone (518) 474-5215

Fax (518) 486-5631

Email Address nyssbjobs@nysed.gov

Address

Street NYS Education Department

89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, Room 528 EB

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12234

 

Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by May 30, 2018 to nyssbjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). You must include the Box number (BND-88/00614) of the position in all correspondence and in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.

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