Building Restoration Specialist - VID 203493

NY HELP No Agency General Services, Office of Title Building Restoration Specialist - VID 203493 Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade 18 Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary Range From $70543 to $85138 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Contingent 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 Albany Street Address Empire State Plaza City Albany State NY Zip Code 12242 Duties Description u2022 Direct highly skilled craftsmanship peculiar to restoration work which may span across varied trades such as the fabrication of special hardware and duplication of original features. u2022 Supervise and direct performance of staff in the metal fabrication shop on all work encompassing historic and landmark preservations or repairs.u2022 Work closely with the Capitol architects and engineers in both a hands on and/or advisory capacity to maintain and preserve historic integrity in repairs and modifications to the NYS Capitol and other executive buildings and spaces. u2022 Monitor historic sites to identify and prevent structural deterioration and repairs, interior and exterior components, architecture, facade, and surrounding perimeter without adversely affecting their significance.u2022 Research history of historic buildings, components, and techniques.u2022 Prepare labor and material cost estimates for each project undertaken by the restoration crew for budget preparation purposes. u2022 Train the restoration crew in appropriate historic preservation techniques and provide training related to health and safety. u2022 Perform other duties as assigned.Operational Needs: u2022 Proficiency in the utilization of specialized equipment as a highly skilled craftsman to fabricate or completely replicate historic building components for preservation. This equipment includes the following:u2022 Specialty casting and spin casting equipmentu2022 Metal fabrication including benders, shapers, welding, finishing and specialty coatingu2022 Plaster and masonry moldsu2022 Specialty lathes, taps, and dies for hardware fabricationu2022 Plastic fabrication and repairu2022 Powder coating equipmentu2022 CNC Waterjet technologyu2022 Horizontal and vertical milling machines and metal lathesu2022 Welding operations including MIG, TIG, stick, gas and thermal typesu2022 Possession of a valid NYS Driveru2019s Licenseu2022 Successful completion of Asbestos Inspector and Supervisor Certification Course (within 90 days of appointment). u2022 Successful completion of forklift training and trainer certification process.u2022 Ability to work overtime as required. Minimum Qualifications Six years of journey-level skilled trades experience involving historic construction techniques and modern methods of stabilizing and preserving old building fabric and materials. Candidates must possess journey-level skill in at least one or more trades applicable to the repair of historic building fabric and materials. Candidates must be competent in differentiating between contemporary and period fabrication/construction and in using period and contemporary tools/ methods to protect period work.Application Process - Candidates are required to provide specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience. This information should be on the letterhead of the employer under whom the qualifying experience was gained and include names and titles of supervisors, duties performed during the training period and specific dates of employment and be signed by that employer.u2022 Candidates qualifying through the completion of appropriate course work should include a copy of their transcript or listing of course work completed. u2022 A copy of a trades union card is acceptable documentary proof of qualification.u2022 Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment. Per Agreement between the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. and the State of New York, Article 45 (d) the requirement to prove qualification shall rest with the employee. Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply. For a full version of OGSu2019s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Human Resources/AJ Telephone 518-473-5282 Fax 518-486-1631 Email Address Address Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM 31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza City Albany State NY Zip Code 12242 Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number of each position you are applying to.

Created: 2025-11-27