Maintenance Supervisor 1 - Taconic

A Maintenance Supervisor 1 functions as a working supervisor of journey level

trades staff engaged in maintenance, repair, rehabilitation, and construction activities. The position supervises and provides technical direction to a facility's maintenance crew consisting of skilled and semiskilled tradesmen in the building, mechanical and electrical trades performing building maintenance, repairs, construction, and installation activities.

Performs a variety of related duties, including but not limited to:

• Reviews maintenance requests, and as required visits the project site to confirm the nature and extent of maintenance requested and to determine such information as dimensions and the materials, equipment and labor required to complete the project.
• Prepares or supervises the preparation of sketches, plans, estimates of material and labor needs and costs, and work schedules.
• Plans and directs renovation and construction projects.
• Supervises the implementation and enforces the preventive maintenance program.
• Observes and inspects work while in progress and when completed to make sure that specific codes and regulations are followed, materials and equipment are used properly, schedules are met, and work is performed according to plan.
• Develops training programs for staff by determining training needs based on observation of work performance.
• Implements and enforces safety procedures and standards for all facility and community maintenance operations.
• Inspects work performed by outside contractors to insure conformance to project plans and specifications.
• Periodically prepares standard written evaluations of work performance of subordinate employees.
• Inspects properties on a regular basis and as assigned to determine maintenance needs based on findings.
• Supervises the clerical activities related to the centralized maintenance program to ensure that work orders are properly and accurately prepared, that records and reports are maintained and filed, and reviews completed work requests to determine if time standards, means and methods, and job estimates were met.
• Utilizing a computerized work order system, assigns job tasks to maintenance staff, prepares, and maintains records of work performed and completed and accounts for labor and material used.
• Requires daily travel within the district.
• May require some travel within NY State to assist other districts with special projects.
• Candidate will be trained in the operation and maintenance procedures as related to Asbestos Containing Materials and Mold clean-up and remediation.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ability to plan and schedule work, including determining staff, equipment, and supplies needed Conduct skilled surface preparation and application of primer and finish coats of paint in areas designated in the scope of work.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints, and specifications
• Obtain NYS uniform Building Code certification within one year of appointment.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Ability to train and supervise others.
• Candidate will be trained in the operation and maintenance procedures as related to Asbestos Containing Materials
• Ability to read and interpret plans, codes, diagrams, architectural blueprints, and specifications.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.

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Minimum Qualifications

Non-competitive: one year of trade experience subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience such as that required for a Trades Specialist (Carpenter), Trades Specialist (Electrician), Service & Repair Mechanic (Electronics), Trades Generalist, Grounds Construction Supervisor, Trades Specialist (Locksmith), Trades Specialist (Machinist), Trades Specialist (Mason & Plasterer), Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Trades Specialist (Painter), Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter), Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R), Trades Specialist (Roofing), or Trades Specialist (Welder).

Additional Information

• Please note that starting salary for this title reflects the Mid-Hudson adjustment. Posted Hiring Salary includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for CSEA Grade 14 ($59,049) and the Mid-Hudson adjustment ($2,150). The Mid-Hudson adjustment is also added to the job rate of ($71,719).
• For CSEA positions: Local Bidding Agreements will be honored.
• Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume.
• 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 or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or email accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms.
• 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 initially.

° 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 Coverage:

Employees 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.

• Paid Parental Leave:

Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care.

• Retirement Program:

Participate 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 Training:

NYS 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 https://oer.ny.gov/training-and-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 https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp.
• 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.

***All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.***