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.
Must possess a CDL Class A at time of hire.
Duties Description
Assist with the operation and maintenance of DEC facilities, including buildings, wildlife management areas, fishing access sites, and state forests. Will be required to operate light and heavy equipment and power tools safely and efficiently.
Required to operate highway vehicles including but not limited to medium and heavy-duty dump trucks, Rollbacks, stake body truck, Tractor trailer.
Candidate may be required to perform a variety of tasks of the buildings and grounds maintenance trades including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, sawyer, mowing, landscaping, equipment operation and snow removal.
Will assist in the maintenance of various types of trails, parking access areas for hunting, fishing and recreational activities, Department assets and infrastructure.
May be required to operate and assist with maintenance on diverse types of motor equipment to include but not limited to: dump trucks, bulldozers, excavators, loaders, boom mower, roller/compactors, skid steers, chain saws, road graders, snowplows and motor boats.
Will be required to assist with office tasks such as work orders, vehicle reports, invoicing, processing etc. Provide written documentation of work performed, as well as purchasing, fuel usage, mileage reporting, etc. Supervise seasonal staff as needed.
Additional Comments
Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.
Use of personal protection equipment, including a respirator, will be required.
Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.
Must be able to work in remote areas.
Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.
Overtime may be required.
Overnight travel may be required.
Weekends and holidays may be required.
Must be available for emergency response.
Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.
Must possess a CDL Class A at time of hire with appropriate endorsements and no air brake restriction.
Will be subject to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (OTETA) of 1991, which requires employee testing for drug and alcohol abuse.
Must be able to lift and move objects up to 75 pounds.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Shift & Geographic pay differentials
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
And many more...
For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.
DEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Project Management, Production, and Manufacturing
Industries
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