Review Vacancy
AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $43198 to $52067 Annually
Minimum Qualifications • Four (4) years of full-time experience in plumbing under a skilled journey-level plumber which would provide training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. –OR-
• Successful completion of a NYS two-year Plumber & Steamfitter Traineeship or NYS two-year plumbing training program; or successful completion of any equivalent plumbing two-year training or apprenticeship program. –OR-
• Training gained by completion of technical courses in plumbing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
Duties Description Under the direction of a higher-level supervisor, the incumbent of the Plumber/Steamfitter position will perform multiple tasks and projects associated with the maintenance, repair and installation of various plumbing, heating, ventilation, water and drainage systems throughout Palisades Park Region. The incumbent of the Plumber/Steamfitter position will plan and layout work including, but not limited to: boiler, heating and ventilation system operations, diagnosing and repairing broken pumps, pipes and fixtures, clearing blockages, installing new components, and expanding or modifying existing systems. The incumbent of the Plumber/Steamfitter position will visually inspect fixtures and equipment and use appropriate test equipment such as pressure and vacuum gauges to determine the cause and location of the problem and make repairs or adjustments as needed. The incumbent of the Plumber/Steamfitter position will be responsible for the upkeep and maintenance of associated tools and equipment as assigned and will order supplies and equipment as needed. The incumbent of the Plumber/Steamfitter position will supervise lower level employees and train employees on the installation, alteration and repair of pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, water and drainage systems, per specifications and plumbing codes and may be assigned to consult on large scale regional projects.
Additional Comments Operational Needs-
• The Plumber & Steamfitter must have a working knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the plumbing & steam fitting trade; working knowledge of applicable plumbing code regulations of hot water and steam heating systems and control devices, and the practices and techniques of welding, brazing and soldering.
• Must have the ability to plan, layout and complete plumbing and steam fitting work; to read, interpret and work from plans, drawings and specifications; and to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Should be able to work independently on assigned plumbing tasks as well as have the ability to use tools, machines, equipment and materials of the plumbing & steam fitting trade, perform moderately heavy lifting and stand for prolonged periods of time.
• The candidate should have knowledge in trouble shooting and repair of oil burners, boilers and air conditioner repair.
• Possession of a Refrigerant Recovery Certification is helpful but not required.
• Must be able to communicate clearly and work cooperatively with different entities within and external to the Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation.
• Applicant must possess and maintain a valid NYS Class D Driver’s License as a term and condition of employment.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Larry Drennan, Maintenance Supervisor
Email Address larry.drennan@parks.ny.gov
Address
Street Palisades Interstate Park Commission
PO Box 427
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, from the intranet or download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at www.nysparks.com. Applications are also available from the Regional Maintenance Office at (845) 786-2701 ext. 247.