Canal Worker 2 – Fort Edward Position Available In Washington, New York

Canal Worker 2 – Fort Edward Canal Corporation 17 Broadway, Fort Edward, NY 12828 The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description May perform structure operation duties:

• Assists higher- level staff in operating locks, guard gates, movable dams and lift bridges, and water control structures following detailed standing and special procedures; may operate equipment independently depending on assigned shift.
• Interacts with canal users to provide information on canal rules and regulations, conditions along the waterway and facilities, and respond to inquiries.
• Records operating data, daily weather, water level readings, a log of vessels passing through and any unusual occurrences in accordance with specific procedures and in a standard format.
• Performs regular routine maintenance tasks on such structural components as: AC and DC motors and generators, panel boards, gear trains and racks, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, replaces light bulbs, and fused in arc lights and signals per standard instructions, and reports any malfunctions to higher-level staff.
• During the navigation season, they may provide guidance to seasonal staff who perform the most routine work in and around a canal structure.

May perform dredging operation duties:

• Assists staff in dredging operations and vessel operations; connects shore, pontoon pipe and spillway pipe, and locates them as required, assists in rigging of dredges and derrick boats and UPS repairs and maintenance.
• Assists with the setting, removal, and maintenance of navigational aids.
• Assists mechanics in performing routine and unskilled tasks in the repair and maintenance of equipment and other machinery including Floating Plant equipment and machinery.

Assists in a variety of maintenance activities during both the navigation and winter seasons such as pump outs, upland disposal site (UDS) and embankment preparation, maintenance, and repair, and responding to weather related emergency situations, as directed.

May operate trucks and construction equipment appropriate to the level of the Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Performs routine maintenance of canal machinery, equipment, and vessels.

Assists higher-level workers in repairing and overhauling machinery, equipment, structures, channels, and embankments.

Operates a variety of hand and power tools according to the task at hand. May act as a crew leader providing advice and assistance to crew members to aid in completing assignments. The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18.

Non-competitive:

Two years of experience in maintenance, repair and or mechanical work including at least one-year operating construction equipment, and possession of a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) with no air brake restriction.

Promotion:

One year of permanent service as a Canal Worker 1, and possession of a valid New York State Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) with no air brake restriction.

• Please note that US Coast Guard or OTETA Drug Testing is required for these positions.
• Additional comments regarding the vacancy.

Additional Comments The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism and agriculture. The New York State Canal System includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. The 200-year-old NYS Canal System extends over 524 miles and plays important roles in New York’s economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship.

For more information on The New York State Canal Corporation’s mission, values and opportunities, please visit https://www.canals.ny.gov/Parking is provided Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.