Duties Description The Plant Superintendent will be responsible for the physical plant management of campus and community properties owned/operated by New York State. In addition, this position is responsible for planning and supervision of maintenance operations, construction, and renovation projects within the Region. The Plant Superintendent will report to the Supervisor Plant Operations and Maintenance.
Typical duties include:
• Oversees implementation of policies and procedures related to physical plant operations and maintenance.
• Inspects renovations, new construction, and maintenance repairs ensuring compliance with applicable codes and Agency regulations.
• Develops an annual capital budget plan incorporating renovation, utility replacements, handicap accessibility upgrades, and fire safety improvements to meet the operational program needs.
• Works directly with architects and engineers on the development of infrastructure upgrades and modifications.
• Works directly with Fire Safety Representatives, Safety and Security Officers, Capital Services, and Emergency Management Coordinator to ensure occupancy standards, applicable codes, and Agency regulations are not compromised.
• Supervise renovation and construction work performed by in-house and outside contractors. Verify workmanship related to compliance with industry standards while adhering to contract documents and specifications through plan review and site inspections.
• Direct supervision of maintenance staffing and management of workload via computerized work order program. Develop and maintain manpower reports, preventative maintenance schedules, backlog management, and an environmental compliance platform.
• Ensures maintenance staff development by providing training which focuses on health and safety, occupational hazards, as well as, enhancing skills sets necessary for career advancement.
• Requires daily travel within the district. Will also require some travel within NY State for training and to assist other districts with special projects.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Obtain NYS Uniform Building Code certification within one year of appointment.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and other related computerized programs.
• Working knowledge of the principles of supervision.
• Working knowledge of applicable agency standards and of appropriate building and construction code regulations.
• Working knowledge of safety policies as they relate to occupational hazards.
• Ability to train and supervise others.
• Knowledge of the proper use of tools, machinery, and equipment utilized in building trades.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, diagrams, architectural blueprints, and specifications.
• Candidate will be required to obtain asbestos supervisor license.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
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Minimum Qualifications Promotion:
One year of permanent competitive service as a Plant Superintendent B.
Open Competitive:
Eight years of experience in a physical plant in an institutional, educational, laboratory, or healthcare setting, or a power plant, which must include management of daily plant operations including procedure development, budget planning and workforce allocation, efficiency, and enforcement of codes and standards; capital planning of construction/rehabilitation projects; AND/OR contract management of building maintenance/construction/rehabilitation projects and grounds.
Substitution:
An associate degree in a related field can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor's in a related field degree can substitute for four years of experience; a master's degree in a related field can substitute for five years of experience; and a doctorate in a related field can substitute for six years of experience.
Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades.
To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm.
Additional Comments This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status.
• 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.
• The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies.
• 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).
• 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.
Name Capital District DDSO Human Resources
Fax 518-370-7536
Email Address
[email protected] AddressStreet Capital District DDSO Human Resources
500 Balltown Rd
City Schenectady
State NY
Zip Code 12304
Notes on Applying APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please submit cover letter and resume to:
Capital District DDSO
Human Resources Office
Building 1
500 Balltown Road
Schenectady, New York 12304
Phone: 518-388-0838
Fax: 518-370-7536
Email:
[email protected]*Please reference EOA #26-124 in all correspondence.
