Trades Generalist

Description

Duties Description

Under the supervision of the Park Manager in charge of the Cave of the Winds for the Niagara Reservation, the incumbent performs journey level work in the primary trade of carpentry and semi-skilled work in masonry, painting, electrical and/or other trades in the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment.

• Perform journey-level carpentry work, including the installation, removal, maintenance, and repair of deck and stair structures within the attraction.
• Conduct semi-skilled work in other trades including masonry, painting, electrical, and plumbing, to maintain and repair facility structures and systems.
• Install, maintain, and repair mechanical and plumbing systems.
• Supervise, train, and oversee the daily activities of permanent and seasonal staff, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely.
• Utilize and maintain a variety of small equipment and hand tools.
• Operate park machinery, including tractors, trucks, excavators, skin steers, and mowers.
• Provide excellent customer service by interacting with patrons and answering questions in a professional and helpful manner.
• Track materials used for maintenance tasks and provide daily inspection reports on the conditions of facilities and equipment.
• During the off-season, report to the warehouse for tasks such as inspecting, cleaning, prepping, staining, stacking, and transporting new and old lumbar.
  
  

Although the work of the position is periodically inspected by the Park Manager, the incumbent is expected to work with considerable independence as is typical of a craftsperson.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

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 driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Operating Needs

Additional Comments

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Must be able to work a variable schedule which includes days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• The selected candidate will be required to obtain certification in First Aide, CPR and AED.
• Must have the physical ability to carry tools and materials considerable distances to work sites inaccessible by vehicle when needed.
• Must have the working knowledge in the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the carpentry, building trades and safety procedures.
• Must have good communication skills and be comfortable speaking in front of large groups of people.
• Must have the ability to supervise and train others.
• Must have experience in the operation of fork trucks.
• Must possess basic computer and typing skills.
  
  

Benefits

Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:

• Paid Time Off:
• CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits:
• Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• Additional Benefits:
• New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership
• NYS Deferred Compensation
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  

To learn more about our benefits, visit: https://parks.ny.gov/employment/benefits.aspx