Trades Generalist (Grafton Lake State Park)

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/14/24

Applications Due07/01/24

Vacancy ID160958

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AgencyParks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

TitleTrades Generalist (Grafton Lake State Park)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade12

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $48956 to $59757 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, pass days to be determined. Weekends, evenings & holiday shifts may be required.

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

County Saratoga

Street Address Grafton Lake State Park

254 Grafton Lake State Park Way

City Grafton

StateNY

Zip Code12082

Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: 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 New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

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

Duties Description Under the direction of the Park Managers and Park Supervisors, the Trades Generalist will be responsible for a primary trade in one of the following: carpentry; plumbing; electric; motor equipment; small engine repair or masonry. Trades Generalists across the various trades have one responsibility in common and that is performing a variety of skilled and semiskilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, motor equipment and electrical trades. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform medium to heavy manual labor and the ability to operate and maintain a variety of equipment.

• Perform repairs and maintenance at Saratoga Spa State Park and other satellite facilities as requested.

• Maintain DOH requirements for water systems, turn the water on and off at buildings, identify leaks, winterize buildings, and start up, operate, and maintain drinking water systems.

• Perform multiple tasks and projects associated with the maintenance of parks, grounds, and infrastructure. Incumbents must have a working knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in their respective trade.

• Will plan and lay out projects, supervise and train others as well as read and interpret plans.

• Directing facility maintenance and supervising lower-level staff.

• Assist in other areas of site operations as directed, which may include emergency situations.

• Provides excellent customer service to park visitors by answering questions and addressing their concerns promptly and courteously.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEED:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driver's license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.

• Must possess or obtain necessary safety training programs within the probationary period (subject to offerings).

• Must be able to follow written direction, record and document required information, and communicate effectively.

• Must comprehend and understand safety and code regulations on all aspects of operation.

• Must be able to work both independently and as a team.

• Must be familiar with the safe use of supplies, tools and equipment related to general construction.

• Must have the physical ability to perform heavy lifting.

• Must be capable of basic computer operation, such as accessing email, sending email, and attaching pictures or scans.

• The schedule is 40 hours per week, with pass days to be determined. Weekend, evening, and holiday shifts may also be required.

• Must be willing to keep up on all mandated safety training, including First Aid/CPR/AED

• Be able to attend Game of Logging (GOL) chainsaw certification course or approved equivalent course and maintain ability to conduct logging operations as a term and condition of employment.

• Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.

BENEFITS:

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

• Paid Time Off:

o CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.

• Health Care Benefits:

o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs

o Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost

• Additional Benefits:

o New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership

o NYS Deferred Compensation

o Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds

o Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

o Paid Parental / Family 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.

Name Melissa Miller

Telephone

Fax

Email Address melissaann.miller@parks.ny.gov

Address

Street Grafton Lake State Park

P.O. Box 163

City Grafton

State NY

Zip Code 12082

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 https://parks.ny.gov/documents/employment/FillableUpdatedParksEmployeeApplicationS1000Part1Saratoga.pdf

Please forward your application and resume, if available, within (10) business days of the posting of this notice to Melissa Miller, Park Manager 2, Grafton Lakes State Park, P.O. Box 163, Grafton, NY 12082 or email to melissaann.miller@parks.ny.gov. Park application and resume may also be emailed to: Saratoga.Employment@parks.ny.gov.

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.

POSTING DATE: 6/14/2024 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: 7/1/2024

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