Maintenance Assistant

Duties

• Construction, Maintenance and Rehab work on infrastructure including buildings, recreation facilities, bridges, dams, and access roads
• Trail work
• Fisheries FAS, BLS, FPA, Wildlife, and Land & Forest parking lot maintenance
• Must be competent in the use of carpentry tools and equipment
• Chainsaw and brush saw operation
• Light and heavy equipment operation
• Perform field maintenance on tools and equipment
• Boundary line maintenance
• Follow all safety standards and procedures and complete all trainings
• Manual lifting of up to 80 pounds
• Work off ladders and scaffolding

Minimum Qualifications

• Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson
• Completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*
• An equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services
• Must obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment with appropriate endorsements and no airbrake restriction

Additional Comments

• This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2027, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date.
• 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.
• Travel may be required.
• 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 obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months of appointment 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 80 pounds.
• The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
• Please be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).