
Trades Generalist
Saranac Lake, NYFull-time / Temporary$24.13/hrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
The Trades Generalist performs journey-level repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment, splitting time between Camp Colby and the Ray Brook Office. The role includes supervising maintenance and construction work, managing vehicles and equipment, coordinating water-system testing and fire inspections, and preparing Camp Colby for seasonal operation. The hourly appointment is currently funded through March 31, 2027, with continuation dependent on program needs and funding.
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Full job description
NY HELPS No
55-b/c Eligible No
Agency Environmental Conservation, Department of
Title Trades Generalist
Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade Hourly
Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary Range From $24.13 to $24.13 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Internship No
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 10%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3:30 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Franklin
Street Address Camp Colby
City Saranac Lake
State NY
Zip Code 12983
Duties Description Performs journey-level work in the repair and maintenance of facilities and equipment. Supervise/train others in maintenance, repair, installation and construction activities, giving instructions, and observing and inspecting work performed to insure that instructions have been followed and that the quality of the work is satisfactory. Must have ability to plan and lay out construction, repair and maintenance projects and have a working knowledge of applicable standards and plumbing and electrical code regulations. Must perform a variety of skilled and semiskilled maintenance, repair, installation and construction tasks in the mechanical, building, motor equipment and electrical trades. All tasks are to be conducted in a safe manner, with any injuries/illnesses reported immediately to supervisor. On occasion, may be expected to orally communicate with administrators and others in an agency or State facility on the reasons why work is being accomplished in the manner selected. Must be able to work with considerable independence as is typical of a craftsperson. This position will spend 6mos supervising Camp Colby and 6mos at the Ray Brook Office-Building and grounds maintenance at both facilities- Manage vehicle and equipment fleet, including repairs, distribution and purchasing.-planning, scoping, and facilitating construction projects.- coordinating public water system testing and repairs.-coordinating fire inspections and abatements/repairs and general management of both facilities. - coordinate, spec, and supervise construction projects-ensure public water supply is safe following DOH regulations-ensure Camp Colby is ready for summer operation and secured for winter shutdown
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 New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.
Additional Comments This is a hourly appointment currently funded through 3/31/2027, with a likelihood of continuing beyond that date. Program needs and funding will determine actual termination date. Actual work schedule, duties and travel requirements may vary and will be discussed at the interview. Must have a valid driver’s license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position.Transportation needs of this position require use of a state vehicle and adhering to the Department’s Vehicle Policy. You must have and maintain a valid driver’s license for this position.Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain.Must be able to work in remote areas.Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions. Travel may be required.Overtime may be required. Overnight travel may be required.Weekends and holidays may be required. Must be available for emergency response.Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies.Must be able to lift and move objects up to 50 pounds.The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. DEC is committed to developing a workforce which represents the diverse population of New York State. DEC embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.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 email: [email protected] be advised, the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation does not use E-Verify, and we are unable to provide sponsorship for employment visa statuses (i.e. H-1B, Self-Sponsorship, STEM OPT).
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Name Heath Boomhower
Telephone 518-402-9273
Fax 518-402-9038
Email Address [email protected]
Address
Street 625 Broadway
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12233
Notes on Applying Please mail/email your resume to the above. Be sure to include Vacancy #26-228414 (Repost of 26-222793) on your resume and in the subject line of your email or it may not be accepted.
How this job compares
Set against the 6,689 open Maintenance Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$24.13/hr
- New York median$26–32/hr235 hourly ranges
- US median$27–34/hr3,063 hourly ranges
This rate, $24.13/hr, is 19% below the New York median midpoint ($30/hr) — in the middle half of Maintenance Technician hourly ranges in New York.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 328 open Maintenance Technician jobs in New York and 6,689 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New York
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- New York State Civil Service (this employer)11 open
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Maintenance Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 3 years at the median (3,813 postings).
- Education
- 22 of the 6,689 open Maintenance Technician jobs (under 1%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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