Facility Operations Assistant 1

NY HELP No

Agency Homeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of

Title Facility Operations Assistant 1

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade 06

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $36232 to $44828 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Other (see below)

"Other" Explanation Shifts: This position will be scheduled 37 1/2 hours each week between the hours of 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Tuesday-Saturday hours may occasionally change due to seasonal duties. Sun/Mon pass days.

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 Schuyler

Street Address 1600 College Avenue

City Montour Falls

State NY

Zip Code 14865

Duties Description The incumbent of this position will report to the Fire Academy within the Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC). Shifts: This position will be scheduled 37 1/2 hours each week between the hours of 7:00 am to 3:00 pm, Tuesday-Saturday hours may occasionally change due to seasonal duties. Sun/Mon pass days. Facility Operations Assistant 1: entry-level; under the general direction of a Maintenance Assistant or higher-level trades, grounds, warehouse or building management staff, performs a combination of maintenance, grounds, laborer, custodial duties, and operates motor driven vehicles and equipment. Duties include but are not limited to the following: - Variety of routine manual tasks requiring light, medium, and heavy physical effort in cleaning and caring for an assigned area in public buildings and adjacent grounds and sidewalks. - Use hand and shop tools to perform semiskilled maintenance and repair work on structures and equipment.- Inspects, checks and patrols areas to detect vandalism or non-adherence to safety procedures; reports defects, possible hazards or potentially dangerous conditions in the building and adjacent areas.- Sets up chairs, podiums and related equipment for conferences, seminars and special events, and loads, unloads and assembles furniture and equipment as assigned.- Performs routine and unskilled tasks in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of automotive equipment and other machinery such as mounting and dismounting snowplows, salt spreaders, engines, transmissions and differentials, performing minor engine tune-ups, changing oil, tires, and batteries and cleaning and polishing vehicles; reports deficiencies and problems to higher level staff.- Operates self-propelled and motorized equipment, such as lawn mowers, pumps, compressors, vehicles, small trucks, light construction equipment, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and snow removal equipment.- Performs routine and unskilled tasks in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of automotive equipment and other machinery such as mounting and dismounting snowplows, salt spreaders, engines, transmissions and differentials, performing minor engine tune-ups, changing oil, tires, and batteries and cleaning and polishing vehicles; reports deficiencies and problems to higher level staff.- Cleans buildings and facilities, which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors; emptying trash receptacles; washing lavatories and fixtures within; dusting and polishing wood and metal fixtures.- Performs a variety of routine building maintenance tasks such as unclogging toilets and sinks and changing light bulbs and tubes.- May travel to other offices within the State or facility to pick-up or move equipment, supplies or persons.- Assists in painting and decorating work by performing interior and exterior painting not requiring fine finish or decorative treatment, staining and finishing wood and furniture, painting equipment, installing wallpaper, and spray painting surfaces and equipment.- Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture by physically lifting items or operating a hand truck, forklift or pallet jack; moves items to and from storerooms and/or warehouses; maintains storage areas; tracks and records package movement within a facility; assists truck drivers and motor vehicle operators in picking up and delivering items; moves heavy furniture, office equipment, and records; sets up and removes furniture, partitions, and equipment for office moves, conferences, meetings, and special events.- Performs general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, raking or tilling soil, mowing lawns, applying fertilizers and pesticides, cutting brush and wood, trimming and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, and removing snow, trash and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas. Loads trucks with debris, dirt and other materials.- Travel up to 20%, based upon divisional needs. - Various other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class. Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be 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 Comments NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.Operating Needs: - Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required.- Ability to bend, lift, climb and to stand and walk for long periods of time. - Ability to lift up to 70 pounds. - Ability to operate a variety of materials handling equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks. - Successful completion of OSHA forklift training and certification within 90 days of appointment. - Flexibility to work in environments of fluctuating temperatures including limited periods outside, year-round. The Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) is an equal opportunity employer.In accordance with the NYS Human Rights Law, DHSES does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status or status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.DHSES is committed to fostering diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace and is committed to providing our programs and services without discrimination.In support of Executive Order 31, all qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources/CZ

Telephone 518-486-5700

Fax 518-485-8432

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services HRM

1220 Washington Ave. Bldg 7A

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 209811 in the subject line of your application email to [email protected].