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Trades Specialist (Carpenter) - Orange County

New York State Civil Service
Tomkins Cove, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

NY HELP No

Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of

Title Trades Specialist (Carpenter) - Orange County

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade 12

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $50606 to $61407 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Other (see below)

Other" Explanation Specific schedule will be discussed at the time of interview. (May vary and include weekends, holidays and / or evening shifts.

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 12 AM

To 11 : 30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Orange

Street Address NYS Parks Palisades Regional Office

Palisades Interstate Parkway

City Bear Mountain

State NY

Zip Code 10911

Duties Description HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING NYS PARKS : Sterling Forest State Park Fort Montgomery State Historic Site Knox Headquarters State Historic Site New Windsor Cantonment State Historic SiteNational Purple Heart Hall of Honor Regional Restoration Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site Goosepond Mountain State Park Highland Lakes State Park Under the supervision of the Regional Maintenance Supervisor, the candidate will be assigned to perform work primarily in the trade of carpentry and as assigned for special projects. Duties include, but are not limited to :

  • Perform all aspects of carpentry from framing to finish work, repair of historic buildings and building new structures from blueprints.
  • Craft and assemble wooden structures, furniture, and fixtures.
  • Read and interpret blueprints.
  • Measure and cut materials.
  • Install and repair wooden components and ensuring the quality and safety of the finished products.
  • Perform other semi-skilled trade work and repairs as assigned.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, shop equipment, measuring and testing instruments appropriate for the crafts that are assigned.
  • Follow building codes and regulations.
  • Supervise and train seasonal and lower-level employees.
  • Perform other semi-skilled trade work and repairs as assigned.
  • Work effectively in a team setting and demonstrate flexibility in tasks and schedules.
  • Follow instructions, including written direction, accurately and efficiently.
  • Communicate effectively with other staff and park patrons in a responsible and courteous manner under stressful conditions.
  • Although the work is periodically inspected by the supervisor, the incumbents are expected to work with considerable independence as is typical of a journey level craftsperson.
  • Adhere to the agency’s Code of Conduct Policy and ensure compliance with all guidelines, policies, and procedures in the performance of daily tasks.

Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience

  • in carpentry work 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 carpentry at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; OR successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Carpenter) traineeship or a two-year carpenter training, apprenticeship, OR equivalent program
  • such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program.
  • Successful completion of the traineeship and the training 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. Course work must be completed with an average of “C” or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training.
  • If verifiable, we will accept and prorate part-time and volunteer experience.
  • Additional Comments OPERATING NEEDS :

  • Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
  • Possession of a Class A, B, or C commercial driver’s license may be required for some positions. If required, this position will be subject to the provisions of the OTETA Act (1991), see below.
  • Must be qualified and medically cleared to wear a respirator and have knowledge of good safety practices that must be utilized.
  • Must have experience in the design, construction, finishing, and repair of furniture.
  • Must have the ability to read blueprints and project plans as well as supply rough sketches for work to be performed.
  • Must have a working knowledge of modern code compliance.
  • Must have the ability to operate and maintain various types of woodworking equipment to ensure accurate and safe operation and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the tools required.
  • Must have a working knowledge of various forms of finish applications and the proper techniques and safety protocols for varnishes, stains, etc.
  • 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 : Paid Time Off : 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 HolidaysHealth Care Benefits : Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programsFamily dental and vision benefits at no additional costAdditional Benefits : New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) MembershipNYS Deferred CompensationAccess to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings BondsPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Paid ParentalThe hiring rate listed combines the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 12 ($48,956) with the Downstate Adjustment ($1,650). Similarly, the job rate posted is a combination of the statutory job rate ($59,757) and the Downstate Adjustment ($1,650).
  • Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

    Name Palisades Region

    Telephone

    Email Address palisades.employment@parks.ny.gov

    Address

    Street NYS Parks Palisades Regional Headquarters

    Palisades Interstate Parkway

    City Bear Mountain

    State NY

    Zip Code 10911

    Notes on Applying TO APPLY : If you feel you meet the minimum qualifications and the agency’s operating needs, and are interested in being considered for this vacancy, you can obtain an Employment Application from your local park office, your region’s administrative headquarters or you can download an application from the NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation website at Please forward your application and resume to the Palisades employment mailbox and include “Trades Specialist (Carpenter) – Orange County” in the subject line of your email. You can email your application and resume to palisades.employment@parks.ny.gov. It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications and agency operating needs. Join our team! Come see why it's great to work for New York State Parks!

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