Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Under direction of the supervisor, Maintenance Assistants perform semi-skilled activities and tasks typical of a variety of trade specialties such as in the areas of carpentry, mechanical, electrical, motor equipment or painting. Such tasks involve the use of hand and / or portable power tools, shop equipment, measuring and testing instruments and other equipment to perform semi-skilled maintenance, repairs, renovations and alterations. Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel. The position may report to state and / or federal supervisory personnel. Maintenance Assistants may perform the activities of this class with considerable independence and are expected to accomplish assignments thoroughly and with professionalism. In some locations, Maintenance Assistants are the primary day-to-day overseer of the assigned facilities. Incumbent must be able to properly address problems and / or understand the reporting chain of command to have issues addressed timely.

The position performs responsibilities in accordance with National Guard Bureau (NGB) standards (and where applicable those requirements of the Master Cooperative Agreement between the NGB and the DMNA), as well as agency and labor contract duties and responsibilities current and as amended. The position may report to state and / or federal supervisory personnel. Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following :

• Perform routine repetitive semi-skilled maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry and other facility services and equipment.
• Perform general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, trimming, and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, collection / pick-up of trash and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas.
• Perform general facilities maintenance such as cleaning common areas, offices, and restrooms, painting and moving furniture.
• Troubleshoot facility, equipment and / or machinery problems and work to resolve concerns in a timely manner.
• Maintain automotive equipment and other machinery.
• May perform journeymen level activities under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions.
• May be the primary point of contact on-sight for contractors and vendors.
• As directed, may supervise appropriate subordinates in order to accomplish required tasks and duties.
• When applicable, the individual will assist with maintenance requirements for the Nonmilitary Use Program.
• Demonstrate reliability and trustworthiness.
• Will complete and attend training as required.
• Periodic overtime may be required.
• Periodic travel may be required using various modes of transportation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements :

Minimum Qualifications :

Additional Comments :

This position is not in the Classified Service of New York State, but is covered under New York State Military Law. If selected, current Civil Service employees will lose their seniority within the Classified Service, thereby exempting them from applying for promotional exams within Civil Service.

Current Start Rate : $42,641

Job Rate : $52,413

In addition : The 5th Ave Armory will receive a Downstate Adjustment of $4,000 annually.