Date Posted:

08/31/26

Applications Due:

09/30/26

Vacancy ID:

222864 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyMental Health, Office of TitleMaintenance Assistant - Central Office; Multiple Positions Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade09 Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassNon-competitive Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekMon-Fri Hours Per Week40 Workday From6:30 AM To3 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

No Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyQueens Street AddressNYS Office of Mental Health Downstate Special Projects Revite Team CityQueens Village StateNY Zip Code11429 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionThe Office of Mental Health (OMH) is recruiting to fill multiple Maintenance Assistant, Grade 9 positions within the Bureau of Environmental Design and Improvement located in the New York City area. These positions are part of the Downstate Special Projects team, which is responsible for completing capital funded projects at various facilities within the New York City and Long Island area. Specific duties to be performed may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in one or more of the mechanical (HVAC), carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, and masonry trades.
• Work under the direction of a field supervisor and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Possess working knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in trades to which assigned.
• Perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
• May climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms, and in confined spaces.
• Demonstrate the ability to adhere to OSHA safety standards.
• May be expected to qualify to use a negative pressure (N95) respirator.
• Team travel within assigned region to multiple OMH facilities.

Minimum QualificationsTwo years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the

NYS CSEA

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. Possession of a valid New York State driver's license is preferred, but not required, for these positions.
• 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. Additional CommentsThis position is eligible for the Downstate Adjustment of $4,000 Generous benefit package includes:

• Paid vacation leave
• Paid personal leave
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision care benefits
• Membership in the New York State and Local Employees' Retirement System, and
• Various savings plan programs.

The 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. #LI-DNI Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameJenna Hart Telephone Fax5184863897 Email AddressOMHHRM@OMH.NY.GOV Address StreetNYS Office Of Mental Health 44 Holland Avenue CityAlbany StateNY Zip Code12229 Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume in Microsoft Word or PDF format to omhhrm@omh.ny. Please include the title of the position and Vacancy ID #222864 in the subject line of your email when applying. .