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NY HELPS
No 55-b/c Eligible No Agency Military and Naval Affairs, Division of Title
TEMPORARY SEASONAL
(Winter)
- Facilities Operations Assistant 1
- Troy
- Glenmore Rd FMS
- Anticipated duration of employment thru
- April 21, 2027 Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade Hourly Bargaining Unit DMNA
- Division of Military and Naval Affairs (CSEA) Salary Range From $17.
35 to $17.35 Hourly Employment Type Per Diem Appointment Type Temporary Internship No Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service Travel Percentage 5% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 40 Workday From 7 AM To 4:30 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Rensselaer Street Address Troy
- Glenmore Rd FMS 137 Glenmore Rd City Troy State NY Zip Code 12180 Duties Description Under the supervision of a higher-level maintenance/custodial position or the Superintendent/Manager, Maintenance Helpers perform various custodial and facilities maintenance responsibilities.
They often are assigned to tasks and/or provide assistance with activities 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 the tools and equipment of a trade under very specific instructions. On occasion, incumbents may operate motor vehicles and power-driven equipment. The work may require light, medium and heavy physical effort in cleaning and caring for a building(s) and adjacent grounds area. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel. Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel. The position performs responsibilities in accordance with DMNA and labor agreement policies and procedures, and where applicable, requirements and standards of the National Guard Bureau (NGB)
- 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 general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, cutting brush and wood, 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.
- Maintains automotive equipment and other machinery.
- Will perform various maintenance duties to ensure the overall facility operations are maintained to meet health and safety standards.
- When applicable, the individual will assist with maintenance requirements for the Nonmilitary Use Program.
- Will have limited utilization of computers for basic record keeping such as timesheets, work orders, calendaring, data entry, etc.
- Periodic overtime may be required
- Periodic travel may be required to other facilities; to attend training; or other requirements related to duties as needed.
- Other job duties as assigned.
- Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be physically able to perform moderate to heavy physical labor. Work experience in maintenance, grounds work, construction, or other labor intensive work environment is preferred. Experience working independently with minimal supervision as well as preferred experience working with a crew on maintenance or construction type projects. AND Must possess a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York. May be required to acquire and maintain a military driver's license to operate military vehicles and equipment in accordance with NGB standards to include medical evaluation requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be able to read and write in English. Ability to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts. Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs.). Ability to work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements. Ability to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time. Must be able to operate and maintain tools, machinery and equipment required for craft to which assigned. In accordance with NGB standards, will be required to obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation, and have an appropriate clearance to allow access to computer networks and restricted areas to determine suitability, loyalty, and trustworthiness. Minimally a National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) will be completed
- dependent on current regulation, a SECRET clearance may be required.
At all times, the employee MUST maintain minimum standards in accordance with current statutes, agency requirements and directives. Failure to do so will subject the individual to disciplinary action and/or termination.
NOTE:
Position standards illustrate the nature, extent and scope of duties and responsibilities of the position described. Standards cannot and do not include all of the work that might be appropriately performed by the incumbent. The minimum qualifications above are those which were required for appointment at the time the Position Standards were written. Please contact State Human Resources Management for any further information regarding the position requirements. 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. $17.35/hr. (40 hrs./week) Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name State Human Resources Telephone 518-786-4830 Fax 518-786-6085 Email Address ng.ny.nyarng.mbx.mnhs-job-posting@army.mil Address Street New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs
- State Human Resources Management 330 Old Niskayuna Road City Latham State NY Zip Code 12110 Notes on Applying To be considered for an interview, please submit your cover letter and resume to one of the following:
BY E-MAIL
(PREFERRED METHOD): Send to: ng.ny.nyarng.mbx.mnhs-job-posting@army.
mil Subject line to say:
Job Title and Location BY MAIL:
New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs State Human Resources Management 330 Old Niskayuna Road Latham, New York 12110-3514
Attn:
Classifications BY FAX:
(518) 786-6085 Fax Cover sheet to say: Job Title and Location In your submission, please be sure to indicate which position and location you are applying to. Ensure to CLEARLY note how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Be sure to include any specific licenses and/or certification in a skilled trade. Vagueness and omissions will not be resolved in your favor.
ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED IN STATE HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
(MNHS)
BY NOVEMBER 12, 2026.
For questions, please reach out to State Human Resources at (518) 786-4830.
ALL CURRENT DMNA STATE EMPLOYEES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. INTERVIEWEES WILL BE EVALUATED BASED ON THEIR QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, ABILITY TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE DIVISION AND ABILITY TO PERFORM THE DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION. ALL CANDIDATES WHO MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR INTERVIEW TO EVALUATE THEIR QUALIFICATIONS, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE IN RELATION TO THE DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION.
New York State Division of Military and Naval Affairs (DMNA) is an equal opportunity employer. NYS Human Rights 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, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may request it by contacting the personnel team at ng.ny.nyarng.mbx.mnhs-job-posting@army.mil. They will work with you and the agency's Designee for Reasonable Accommodation (DRA) to assist you.