Construction Equipment Operator - VID

Position: Construction Equipment Operator - VID 208356
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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 01/29/26

Applications Due
04/30/26

Vacancy ID208356

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Agency General Services, Office of

Title Construction Equipment Operator - VID 208356

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade
08

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $40391 to $494743 Annually

Employment Type

Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6:30 AM

To 2:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code
12242

Duties Description
• Assist in grounds operation and maintenance by performing a variety of tasks including the operation of mowers, street sweepers, loaders, salt spreaders, dump trucks, backhoes, and aerial lift trucks.

* Perform manual labor to complete grounds maintenance tasks.

* Manually load trash into a garbage hauler and transport the trash from the facilities to the transfer station.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Operational Needs:

* Valid NYS CDL with airbrake.

* Able to operate a forklift (OSHA certification provided after appointment).

* Able to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platform lifts, boom lifts, etc.

* Able to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.

* Able to lift 70 lbs.

Mandatory overtime as required for snow/ice control and removal, special events, and emergencies, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications One year of experience in the operation of equipment noted as appropriate for this class and the possession of a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle operated.

Some examples of appropriate equipment for this class:
Self-propelled sweepers, front end loaders and dump trucks.

A demonstration test may be required at the time of interview.

Pursuant to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Act, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing will be required. Once appointed to/selected for the position, random drug and alcohol testing will be required.

Application Process - Candidates are required to provide specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience and/or coursework with their resume.?

Acceptable proof:

Experience:

A letter on letterhead from your employer that includes the names and titles of supervisors, the duties performed during the training period and specific dates of employment.?

OR

Appropriate coursework: A copy of your transcript or listing of course work completed.?

OR

A copy of your trade's union card.

Per Agreement between the Civil Service Employees Association, Inc. and the State of New York, Article 45 (d) the requirement to prove qualification shall rest with the employee. Candidates who do not submit appropriate documentary proof that they meet the minimum qualifications will not be considered for appointment.??.

Additional Comments The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

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Name Human Resources/PH

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HRresumes.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of General Services, HRM

31st Floor Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12242

Notes on Applying Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy r of each position you are applying to.