| Location | Lyons, NY |
| Salary | $24.37–$33.97 Per Hour |
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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 10/14/26
Applications Due10/30/26
Vacancy ID226965
NY HELPSNo
55-b/c EligibleNo
AgencyCanal Corporation
TitleTrades Specialist (Welder) #03829 - Lyons
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $24.37 to $33.97 Hourly
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
InternshipNo
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM
To 4 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
County Wayne
Street Address 7665 Dry Dock Road
City Lyons
StateNY
Zip Code14489
Duties Description Candidates work would include journey-level acetylene and electric arc welding, brazing, soldering, oxy-acetylene cutting, drilling, boring, and tapping in repairing all types of Canal structures, vessels, vehicles, and equipment; design, lay out and fabrication of moderately complex special equipment and tools of all sizes. This position may require supervision of other employees and helpers.
Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time experience under a journey-level welder which provided training equivalent to that given in an apprenticeship program. Apprentice training in welding gained by completion of technical courses in welding in a school, institute or branch of the armed services may be substituted for the above training and experience on a year-for-year basis. NYS DOT welding certification for vertical (3G) or overhead (4G) applications.
Candidates who do not possess NYS DOT vertical (3G) or overhead (4G) will have up to 12 months from date of hire to obtain certification. Candidates who are unsuccessful in obtaining this credential will not be retained.
Candidates must possess a valid New York State drivers license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated (Class D). Employees must continuously maintain this license thereafter or face possible disciplinary action up to & including termination.
Additional Comments This position may offer salary flexibility based on experience.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Telephone 518-449-6003
Fax
Email Address recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Address
Street 30 South Pearl St. Fl. 5
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12207
Notes on ApplyingInterested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter and resume to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include the position title (Trades Specialist Welder - Lyons #03829) in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. EMAIL SUBMISSIONS ARE PREFERRED.
The New York State Canal Corporation offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Health Benefits
Additional Benefits
The New York State Canal Corporation (Canals), a subsidiary of the New York Power Authority, is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the 524-mile waterway for boating, recreation, tourism and agriculture. The New York State Canal System includes the Erie, Champlain, Oswego and Cayuga-Seneca canals, linking the Hudson River with the Great Lakes, the Finger Lakes and Lake Champlain. The 200-year-old NYS Canal System extends over 524 miles and plays important roles in New York's economic development, tourism industry and environmental stewardship.
For more information on The New York State Canal Corporation's mission, values and opportunities, please visit https://www.canals.ny.gov/
The New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status.
The New York State Canal Corporation provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email accessibility@nypa.gov.
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