Trades Specialist (Plumber/Steamfitter)
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PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS:?? Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the trade or trades to which assigned.?? Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.?? Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.?? Work schedule may vary based on operational need.?? Will be required to train and supervise others. Candidate will be trained in the operation and maintenance procedures as related to AsbestosContaining Materials. ?? Will be required to plan and lay out work, develop time and material lists for projects assigned.?? Will be required to read and interpret plans, codes, diagrams, architectural blueprints, and specifications.?? Basic computer skills preferred.?? Valid NYS driver's License. When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Non-Competitive QualificationsFour years of full-time experience in plumbing under a skilled tradesperson which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program, or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in plumbing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.ORsuccessful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter) traineeship or a two-year plumbing training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program* such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association - Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program.*Successful completion of the traineeship and the training 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. Course work must be completed with an average of C or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training. Duties Description POSITION DESCRIPTION:Performs Journeyman level duties as part of a regional construction crew that will perform renovations at OPWDD's properties. The incumbent must be able to work effectively both independently and as a cohesive group made up of other tradespeople in order toachieve the desired goals often within critical time frames.Daily travel within the district is required and may require travel within NY State to assist other districts with special projects.PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:?? Performs Journeyman level plumbing/steam fitting duties and supervises others in the trade repairs, maintains and installs plumbing fixtures and appliances such as sinks, showers/baths, toilets, dishwashers, and garbage disposals.?? Repairs, maintains, and installs equipment such as gas water heaters, heat exchangers, heating equipment, water pumps and other equipment related to steam, gas, or water systems. Plans and lays out installation, alteration, and repair of high- and low-pressure piping systems that carry water, steam, air or other liquids or gases. Has ability to review plans and lay out building plumbing systems.?? Ability to work off ladders and scaffolds in performing their job.?? Ability to estimate quantity of materials needed to perform work assigned.?? Acts as lead tradesman in task assigned and provide supervision and guidance to others.?? Ability to schedule work with other trades in order to keep jobs on schedule and to achieve the desired outcome. Additional Comments Linked In: #LI-JL2ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:Please note:•If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee.•Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume/cover letter.•For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.•All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility.•If you are employed by State government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice.•Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the NYS OPWDD Workforce and Talent Management Central Office at (518) ###-#### or Email at ...@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.NYS offers Incredible Benefits!•Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan.•Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees' options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses.•Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs.•Life insurance and Disability insurance.•The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis.Paid Holidays and Leave•Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.•Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave•Five (5) days paid personal leave each year.•Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year.•Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events.Health Care CoverageEmployees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost.Retirement ProgramParticipate in The NYS Employees' Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best- funded public retirement systems in the nation.Professional Development and Education and TrainingNYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit professional development.Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas, and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran's status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and beliefs. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.Name DDSO 4 - Hudson Valley Human Resources Department Telephone Phone: 845-###-####, option 3, option 5 Fax 845-###-#### Email Address ...@opwdd.ny.gov AddressStreet 7 Wilbur Rd City Thiells State NY Zip Code 10984 Notes on Applying Submit cover letter and rsum to: ...@opwdd.ny.govPlease reference the above EOA# 22-076R5 in all correspondence.