Trades Generalist - Peebles Island State Park (DHP)

NY HELP No Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of Title Trades Generalist - Peebles Island State Park (DHP) Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade 12 Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $50425 to $61548 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 7 AM To 3 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Saratoga Street Address Peebles Island State Park (DHP) 1 Delaware Avenue North City Cohoes State NY Zip Code 12047 Duties Description Under the direction of higher-level Park Managers and Park Supervisors, the Trades Generalist will perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. This position will aid in the rehabilitation, construction, and repair of state park buildings, structures, and infrastructure using the standard tools of the trade. Duties include, but are not limited to:u2022 Will work independently to plan and lay out projects, interpret and understand plans, supervise and train others as needed for specified projects. Must also troubleshoot problems and make necessary repairs to complete assigned tasks and ensure that instructions have been followed, and the quality of work is satisfactory. u2022 Performs basic servicing of motor equipment, including troubleshooting, checking fluids, changing fluids, parts, etc.u2022 Perform tasks that require a basic working knowledge of methods, materials, hand tools, portable power tools, and shop equipment used in multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical equipment maintenance. u2022 Diagnose and repair broken pumps, pipes and fixtures, clearing blockages, installing new components, and expanding or modifying existing systems.u2022 Visually inspect fixtures and equipment, and use appropriate test equipment to determine the cause and location of the problem and make repairs or adjustments as needed.u2022 Maintains adequate levels of supplies, tools, and equipment to accomplish tasks; makes necessary purchases following all Agency guidelines.u2022 Assist in directing facility maintenance and supervising lower-level staff in the absence of the maintenance supervisor and facility managers.u2022 Assists with maintenance of roads, paths, and trails, and other areas of site operations as directed, which may include emergencies as well.u2022 Perform other duties as assigned. 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 driveru2019s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience. Additional Comments OPERATIONAL NEED: u2022 Must possess and maintain a valid Class D driveru2019s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.u2022 Must have the ability to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions including the ability to read and interpret blueprints and the ability to issue oral and written instructions to staff.u2022 Perform medium to heavy manual labor, including lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods, which also requires working outdoors in all weather conditions.u2022 Must be physically able to perform medium to heavy physical labor. BENEFITS:Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:u2022 Paid Time Off:o CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays. u2022 Health Care Benefits:o Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programso Family dental and vision benefits at no additional costu2022 Additional Benefits:o New York State Employeesu2019 Retirement System (ERS) Membershipo NYS Deferred Compensationo Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bondso Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)o Paid Parental / Family LeaveTo learn more about our benefits, visit: Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Justin Countryman Telephone Fax Email Address Address Street Peebles Island State Park (DHP) 1 Delaware Avenue North City Cohoes State NY Zip Code 12047 Notes on Applying If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agencyu2019s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your regionu2019s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation by visiting the website Please forward your application and resume, if available, within (10) business days of the posting of this notice to Peebles Island State Park (DHP), 1 Delaware Ave N, Cohoes, NY 12047, or email to Justin Countryman at 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: 11/13/2025 APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL: 11/27/25An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Agency

Created: 2025-11-17