Facility Operations Assistant 2, Hutchings Psychiatric Center, P28041

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Date Posted 09/25/26

Applications Due10/16/26

Vacancy ID225723

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AgencyMental Health, Office of

TitleFacility Operations Assistant 2, Hutchings Psychiatric Center, P28041

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $44560 to $54773 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 6 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Onondaga

Street Address Hutchings Psychiatric Center

620 Madison Street

City Syracuse

StateNY

Zip Code13210

Duties Description Facility Operations Assistant 2 Grounds are responsible for maintaining the appearance and condition of grounds, athletics fields, walkways, and roads at State facilities. The positions report to higher level grounds positions such as Supervisor of Grounds or Head Grounds Supervisor, or higher-level trades or building supervisor titles.

Facility Operations Assistant 2 Grounds serves as a member of a work crew performing a variety of grounds maintenance, gardening, and manual labor duties. Candidates typically use a variety of hand and power tools including saws and chain saws, lawnmowers, shovels, various tree pruning equipment, and snow blowers. In addition, selected candidate may be required to operate riding lawnmowers, and light to heavy duty vehicles or equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, and tree trimming and removal equipment. The activities, tasks, and required equipment and vehicles to operate vary according to the season and individual needs of the State entity.

Minimum Qualifications One one year of service as a Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds); OR, two years of experience and/or training in grounds maintenance work.

• In addition, as determined by the State agency or campus, some positions may

be required to obtain appropriate license or certification to apply pesticides,

herbicides, and other treatments, within six months of appointment

Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:

• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off - 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs

Background checks will be required.

Possession of a drivers license may be required.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax 315-426-3605

Email Address hpcperonnel@omh.ny.gov

Address

Street Hutchings Psychiatric Center

620 Madison Street

City Syracuse

State NY

Zip Code 13210

Notes on ApplyingTo be considered for this position, please copy the link below into a new browser window to complete the Office of Mental Health Employment Application, and submit it along with your resume and other application materials via fax or email the Human Resources email address noted above. Please indicate the Title, Vacancy ID #, and Location of the position you are applying for in the subject line of your email or fax.

https://omh.ny.gov/omhweb/employment/docs/employment-application.pdf

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.

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