Maintenance Assistant, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P28313

NY HELPS No

55-b/c Eligible Yes

Agency Mental Health, Office of

Title Maintenance Assistant, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P28313

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade 09

Bargaining Unit OSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $44560 to $54773 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Internship No

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Suffolk

Street Address Pilgrim Psychiatric Center

998 Crooked Hill Road

City West Brentwood Road

State NY

Zip Code 11717

Duties Description Maintenance Assistants use hand and shop tools to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on structures and equipment. As semi-skilled workers, Maintenance Assistants perform routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair tasks in one or a combination of the mechanical, building construction, motor equipment, and electrical trades. Incumbents may also perform journey level activities, under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions, to learn and perfect their skills. Duties include, but are not limited to:• Performs routine replacement and repair of plumbing and steamfitting equipment and installation of new equipment, according to layouts provided by the supervisor, by cutting, fitting, and threading pipe; removing existing pipes and fixtures; repairing and adjusting water mixers, thermostats, and other fixtures locating and unplugging stoppages; repairing domestic steam equipment such as steam tables, dishwashers, and laundry equipment repairing leaks in steam and water lines; overhauling vacuum pumps; and insulating steam lines.• Performs semiskilled carpentry activities including repairing doors, windows, window sashes, storm windows, stairs, railings, furniture, locks, and door hardware operating shop machinery to make and assemble bookcases, shelves, tables, trenches, signs, and modular furniture erecting and moving partitions building forms for concrete work and, under supervision, assisting in erecting and renovating buildings and structures.• Performs semiskilled masonry repairs and installation activities such, as pointing up brick and stonework, patching plaster walls, setting tiles, laying brick and stone, finishing concrete work, replacing fire brick in boilers, and operating equipment including mixers and concrete block machines.• 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.• Performs the routine tasks of the electrical trade, including repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors, vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances; replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting fixtures, outlets, and switches: and adjusting points and contacts on electrical equipment.

Minimum Qualifications Two (2) years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate 2-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate 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. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.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 All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance• Access to tuition assistance programs• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave• NYS Retirement programsBackground checks will be required.There are two vacancies. These positions are eligible for a Downstate adjustment of $4,150.

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

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 631-761-3981

Email Address [email protected]

Address

Street Pilgrim Psychiatric Center

998 Crooked Hill Road

City West Brentwood

State NY

Zip Code 11717

Notes on Applying To be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdfThe Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.