<p>Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job posting. If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 07/10/25</p> <p>Applications Due10/30/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID192138</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyMental Health, Office of</p> <p>TitleMaintenance Assistant, Capital District Psychiatric Center, P26539</p> <p>Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance</p> <p>Salary Grade09</p> <p>Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 40</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 6 AM</p> <p>To 6 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address Capital District Psychiatric Center</p> <p>75 New Scotland Avenue</p> <p>City Albay</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12209</p> <p>Duties Description Maintenance Assistants use hand and shop tools to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on structures and equipment. As semi-skilled workers, Maintenance Assistants perform routine, repetitive maintenance, installation and repair tasks in one or a combination of the mechanical, building construction, motor equipment, and electrical trades. Incumbents may also perform journey level activities, under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions, to learn and perfect their skills. Duties include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Performs routine replacement and repair of plumbing and </li></ul> <p>steamfitting equipment and installation of new equipment,</p> <p>according to layouts provided by the supervisor, by cutting,</p> <p>fitting, and threading pipe; removing existing pipes and</p> <p>fixtures; repairing and adjusting water mixers, thermostats,</p> <p>and other fixtures locating and unplugging stoppages; repairing</p> <p>domestic steam equipment such as steam tables, dishwashers,</p> <p>and laundry equipment repairing leaks in steam and water</p> <p>lines; overhauling vacuum pumps; and insulating steam lines.</p> <ul> <li>Performs semiskilled carpentry activities including repairing </li></ul> <p>doors, windows, window sashes, storm windows, stairs,</p> <p>railings, furniture, locks, and door hardware operating shop</p> <p>machinery to make and assemble bookcases, shelves, tables,</p> <p>trenches, signs, and modular furniture erecting and moving</p> <p>partitions building forms for concrete work and, under</p> <p>supervision, assisting in erecting and renovating buildings and</p> <p>structures.</p> <ul> <li>Performs semiskilled masonry repairs and installation activities </li></ul> <p>such, as pointing up brick and stone work, patching plaster</p> <p>walls, setting tiles, laying brick and stone, finishing concrete</p> <p>work, replacing fire brick in boilers, and operating equipment</p> <p>including mixers and concrete block machines.</p> <ul> <li>Assists in painting and decorating work by performing interior </li></ul> <p>and exterior painting not requiring fine finish or decorative</p> <p>treatment, staining and finishing wood and furniture, painting</p> <p>equipment, installing wallpaper, and spray painting surfaces</p> <p>and equipment.</p> <ul> <li>Performs the routine tasks of the electrical trade, including </li></ul> <p>repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors,</p> <p>vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances;</p> <p>replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing</p> <p>electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting</p> <p>fixtures, outlets, and switches: and adjusting points and</p> <p>contacts on electrical equipment.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Non-competitive: Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate 2-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-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.</p> <ul> <li>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. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:</p> <ul> <li>NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance </li><li>Access to tuition assistance programs </li><li>Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth </li><li>Paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave </li><li>NYS Retirement programs </li></ul> <p>Background checks will be required.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Human Resources</p> <p>Telephone</p> <p>Fax 518-549-6879</p> <p>Email Address cdpcpersonnel@omh.ny.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street Capital District Psychiatric Center</p> <p>75 New Scotland Avenue</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 12209</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingIndicate the Title and Location of the position you are applying for. Please complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application and submit it with your other application materials.</p> <p>https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf</p> <p>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.</p>