
Trades Generalist (Lorenzo State Historic Site)
Cazenovia, NYFull-time$53–64K/yrSeen 1 day agoSeen in employer's feed 1 day ago
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The Trades Generalist will perform journey-level carpentry at Lorenzo State Historic Site, including construction, repair, and installation work. The role also supervises and trains staff, reads blueprints, operates and maintains tools and machinery, and supports site records and emergency response. The schedule is variable, including some nights, weekends, and holidays, with overtime as needed.
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NY HELPS No
55-b/c Eligible No
Agency Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Office of
Title Trades Generalist (Lorenzo State Historic Site)
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade 12
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $52694 to $64321 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Internship No
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 10%
Workweek Other (see below)
"Other" Explanation Variable schedule including some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Overtime, as needed.
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 8 AM
To 4:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Madison
Street Address Lorenzo State Historic Site
17 Rippleton Road
City Cazenovia
State NY
Zip Code 13035
Duties Description Under the supervision of the Historic Site Manager A, SG-23, or designee, the Trades Generalist, SG-12, will be assigned to Lorenzo State Historic Site Maintenance and will perform journey-level carpentry tasks. Duties will include, but are not limited to: • Perform routine, journey-level carpentry tasks, including framing, finish work, drywall installation, roofing, masonry, window and door installation, and additional construction activities.• Supervise, train, and monitor the daily carpentry activities of permanent and seasonal staff, ensuring tasks are completed according to safety policies, building codes, and procedures.• Plan and lay out work, including preparing materials lists, placing orders, and ensuring compliance with New York State purchasing guidelines.• Read and interpret blueprints.• Measure and cut materials.• Craft and assemble wooden structures, furniture, and fixtures.• Utilize and perform routine preventative maintenance on hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.• Operate park machinery, including but not limited to: planers, band saws, sanders, vertical routers, and moulders.• Inspect, clean, prep, stain, stack, and transport new and old lumber.• Build and install furniture, cabinets, signs, and frames.• Lay out, assemble, and inspect scaffolding.• Maintain material trackers, daily activity reports, facility and equipment inspection reports, and other required records.• Assist in emergency response functions as assigned.Although the work is periodically inspected by the supervisor, the incumbent is expected to work with considerable independence as is typical of a journey-level craftsperson.
Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience* in carpentry 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. *If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate 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 motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.• Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical labor and lift up to 50 pounds.• Must be available to work a variable schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays. BENEFITS:Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:Paid Time Off: · 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. · Health Insurance Opt-Out: This program may be available to eligible employees who have other employer sponsored health insurance coverage. Additional Benefits: · New York State Employees’ Retirement System (ERS) Membership · NYS Deferred Compensation · Health Insurance coverage in retirement · Health Care Spending Account (HSA) · Dependent Care Advantage Account · Adoption Advantage Account · Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds · Tuition Assistance programs for CSEA/PEF and M/C employees · Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) · Paid Parental Leave
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Name Barbara Sorrells
Telephone
Fax
Email Address [email protected]
Address
Street NYS OPRHP - Central Regional Office
6105 E Seneca Turnpike
City Jamesville
State NY
Zip Code 13078
Notes on Applying All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Please submit your resume and cover letter as a Word or PDF attachment. We are unable to open documents from Google Docs, Google Drive, OneDrive, Apple Pages, and/or “the cloud.”Your application must be received by October 29, 2026 and submitted via email to: [email protected]. Please use the email subject line: "Trades Generalist - Lorenzo SHS." Failure to do so may result in not being considered for the position.It is the responsibility of each applicant to accurately describe their experience and demonstrate that they meet the minimum qualifications. Failure to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications and operating needs may result in your resume not being considered for this position.Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation 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.Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service, and ensuring equal access to opportunities. OPRHP encourages people with disabilities to apply. We provide reasonable and religious accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please send a request to the Equal Opportunity Unit at [email protected] or (518) 486-7754.Please be advised that New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation does not use E-Verify and does not offer sponsorship for employment visas statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT). Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.
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