Maintenance Assistant

NY HELP No

Agency Labor, Department of

Title Maintenance Assistant

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade 09

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $44560 to $54773 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 65%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 1220 Washington Avenue, State Office Campus, Building 12

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Duties Description Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated.Additional duties include:• Participate in change in organizational transformations, ensuring successful adoption and alignment with strategic objectives • Engage in technology and innovation by leveraging emerging technologies to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences • Proactively manage relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally• Think strategically about current and future organizational needs• Adapt to shifting priorities• Participate in the comprehensive process of implementing changes, ensuring smooth transitions, effective communication, and minimal disruption• Proactively identify, address, and resolve conflicts to foster constructive dialogue and a productive, collaborative work environment• Analyze issues, make sound judgments, and implement effective solutions to drive positive outcomes• Proactively identify potential challenges and identify preventative solutions• Take part in team collaboration and achieve agency objectives• Effectively convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences through various channels, ensuring clarity and understanding• Foster an inclusive and equitable environment that values and leverages the strengths of a diverse workforce• Ensure exceptional customer service by proactively addressing needs and expectations• Demonstrate self-awareness and empathy to effectively manage relationships, build trust, and foster productive interactions• Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional integrity in all actions and decisions• Maintain and apply an understanding of relevant technologies and digital tools to optimize performance and drive innovation

Minimum Qualifications Qualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor. Non-Competitive Minimum Qualifications:Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR 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*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.• Participate in change in organizational transformations, ensuring successful adoption and alignment with strategic objectives • Engage in technology and innovation by leveraging emerging technologies to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences • Proactively manage relationships with key stakeholders internally and externally• Think strategically about current and future organizational needs• Adapt to shifting priorities• Participate in the comprehensive process of implementing changes, ensuring smooth transitions, effective communication, and minimal disruption• Proactively identify, address, and resolve conflicts to foster constructive dialogue and a productive, collaborative work environment• Analyze issues, make sound judgments, and implement effective solutions to drive positive outcomes• Proactively identify potential challenges and identify preventative solutions• Take part in team collaboration and achieve agency objectives• Effectively convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences through various channels, ensuring clarity and understanding• Foster an inclusive and equitable environment that values and leverages the strengths of a diverse workforce• Ensure exceptional customer service by proactively addressing needs and expectations• Demonstrate self-awareness and empathy to effectively manage relationships, build trust, and foster productive interactions• Uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional integrity in all actions and decisions• Maintain and apply an understanding of relevant technologies and digital tools to optimize performance and drive innovationPreferred Qualifications:- Ability to initiate and maintain relationships across a diverse set of stakeholders.- Must possess a valid NYS CDL- Ability to lift 50 lbs- Ability to operate material handling equipment- Perform basic building maintenance and repair tasks using the appropriate tools and equipment- Utilize computer equipment to complete work order documentation- Perform vehicle safety inspections as required

Additional Comments Candidates with no previous state service will begin at the starting rate of the salary range listed above. If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): View phone number on click.appcast.io, View email address on click.appcast.io this position requires travel, the appointee must have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State and have a motor vehicle or otherwise demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the position.Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States. Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location.We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses • Paid Parental Leave Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting (up to 40%) and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce. Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.

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Name Leo Trippen

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Address

Street State Office Campus, Building 12

1220 Washington Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor. Vacancy: Title: Maintenance AssistantLocation: AlbanyPlease submit a resume and cover letter demonstrating how you meet the minimum qualifications, including specific experience with dates. It is essential to clearly describe qualifying education and experience when applying; vague or incomplete information may lead to disqualification.Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications.All documents must be received by October 07th, 2026. Upload all documents as unlocked and accessible files.If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please contact: View email address on click.appcast.io from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (ODEIA), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io and/or fax View phone number on click.appcast.io.)