Crane and Shovel Operator - Regional Maintenance - Bear Mountain State Park

Job Title

This position plays a critical role in ensuring park facilities, roads, utilities, and grounds are maintained safely and efficiently for the enjoyment of our visitors. Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor 2, SG-17, the selected candidate's duties will include, but not be limited to:

• Operate cranes, excavators, backhoes, loaders, and other heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform excavation, grading, trenching, material handling, and site preparation work.
• Assist with construction, repair, and maintenance projects throughout park facilities and grounds.
• Conduct routine equipment inspections and perform minor maintenance as needed.
• Follow all safety regulations, operating procedures, and agency policies.
• Work effectively with maintenance staff, contractors, and supervisors.
• Assist with emergency response operations, including storm damage cleanup and other park-related emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Two years of experience in the operation of power shovels, cranes and/or other heavy equipment, and possession of a valid New York State operator's license appropriate for the type of vehicles operated and possession of a valid operator qualification certificate from a certification service agency approved by OSHA for cranes and shovels.
• * If verifiable, we will accept and prorate appropriate part-time and volunteer experience.

Additional Comments:

• OPERATIONAL NEEDS:
• Must possess or obtain a valid Class A
  ** CDL license that allows the candidate to legally operate commercial vehicles in New York State within the probationary period and maintain it as a term and condition of employment. Failure to maintain a valid CDL may result in removal from this position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license that allows the candidate to legally operate a motor vehicle in New York State as a term and condition of employment.
• Experience in construction, roadway maintenance, utility work, or related fields.
• Familiarity with OSHA and workplace safety standards.
• Must be able to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• May require overtime, weekend, holiday, and emergency response work as needed.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment and materials associated with park operations.
• ** Under the provisions of the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act (1991), this position has been designated Safety Sensitive. The incumbent is required to participate in pre-employment, random and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
• LOCATION PAY:
  The hiring rate will be the sum of the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 12 ($50,425) and the Downstate Adjustment ($4,000). The job rate will be the sum of the statutory job rate ($61,548) and the Downstate Adjustment ($4,000).
• BENEFITS:
  Generous benefits package, worth approximately 65% of salary, including:
• Paid Time Off: CSEA: 44 days - 13 Vacation days, 13 Sick days, and 5 Personal Leave days, 13 Holidays.
• Health Care Benefits:
  Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
• Additional Benefits:
  New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership, NYS Deferred Compensation, Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF), Paid Parental Leave.