Trades Generalist (Regional Maintenance - Finger Lakes Region)

About the role

Under the general supervision of the Professional Engineer (Civil), SG-24, the incumbent may perform journey-level work in the primary trade of heavy equipment operation. Duties may include both skilled and semi-skilled tasks, ensuring operational efficiency and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain a variety of construction equipment, including but not limited to: tractors with lowboy trailer, heavy dump trucks, front end loaders, skid steer loaders, backhoes, rollers, excavators, and bulldozers.
• Change oil, fuel, spark plugs, air and hydraulic fluids; check fluid levels, tire pressure, safety devices and control mechanisms of machines prior to operation.
• Perform maintenance and repair of infrastructure, including water/wastewater, storm drainage, electrical systems, plumbing, and related infrastructure.
• Perform project planning and coordination, layout procedures, blueprint reading, and purchasing.
• Conduct inspections to diagnose issues and determine corrective actions associated with equipment and/or job-related activities.
• Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, equipment, and vehicles necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations and codes.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) related to assigned job tasks.
• May perform medium to heavy manual labor as part of daily tasks.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Collaborate with other staff, contractors, and vendors to complete work efficiently.
• Complete work orders, track materials used, and document progress in maintenance systems.
• May supervise subordinate staff or assist with training.
• The incumbent will also be expected to be deployed to perform work during emergency events as directed by the State Emergency Management Operations Center and/or NYS OPRHP management.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time experience in heavy equipment operation 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 driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
• If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) that allows the candidate to legally operate commercial vehicles in New York State or obtain within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid 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 be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
• Must understand safety practices and regulations for all aspects of operation.
• Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator.
• Must possess essential skills in problem solving, critical thinking and decision making.
• Must travel to parks throughout the region to meet operational needs.
• Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The candidate 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 CSEA - 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learn more about our benefits for permanent state employees, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx
• This position may require a background check and/or medical exam prior to appointment.