Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 10/31/25
Applications Due: 11/10/25
Vacancy ID: 201704
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyGeneral Services, Office of
TitleFacility Operations Assistant 2 (Grounds) - VID 201704
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade09
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 6:30 AM
To 2:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address Empire State Plaza
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12242
Job Specifics
Duties Description As a working supervisor, incumbent will supervise a staff of Construction Equipment Operators and Facility Operations Assistant 1’s in the performance of a variety of grounds duties. The grounds duties include, but are not limited to:
• Mowing, weeding, pesticide application, tree removal and pruning of hundred of acres of the Harriman Campus.
• Shoveling, plowing, salting, and snow blowing of the several miles of Campus roadways and sidewalks.
• Perform small paving projects and concrete pours which will include the use of the heavy duty construction equipment and trucks.
• Digging and removal of soil and/or pavement for drainage and pipe maintenance and repairs.
Operational Needs:
• Valid NYS Class A or B CDL license
• Able to operate a variety of forklifts (OSHA certification provided after appointment).
• Must be able to perform medium to heavy manual labor in all weather conditions.
• Experience with, and working knowledge of, AiM.
• Mandatory overtime as required for snow/ice control and removal, special events, and emergencies, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 80 lbs.
Shift: Monday – Friday; 6:30am - 2:30pm
Minimum Qualifications One year of service as a Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)*.
OR two years of experience and/or training in grounds maintenance work*.
*In addition, as determined by the State agency or campus, some positions may be required to obtain appropriate license or certification to apply pesticides, herbicides, and other treatments, within six months of appointment.
Some examples of appropriate equipment for this class: Self-propelled sweepers, front end loaders and dump trucks.
A demonstration test may be required at the time of interview.
Pursuant to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Act, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be required. Once appointed to/selected for the position, random drug and alcohol testing will be required.
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.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources/PH
Telephone 518-473-5282
Fax 518-486-1631
Email Address HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM
31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12242
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications along with the month/year and, if less than full time, the average hours worked per week for each position listed. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.
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