Location: Albany, NY
Category: Civil Service
Job Type: Full-time
Posted On: Thu Jul 16 2026
Job Description:
Vacancy #: WF260027
Apply by: July 27, 2026
Title: Trades Specialist (Plumber/Steamfitter)
Location: Fire Safety
Salary: $50,425
Grade: CSEA SG-12
Hours: Monday thru Friday (pass days Saturday/Sunday), 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM
Duration: Contingent Permanent
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Four years of full-time experience in plumbing under a skilled tradesperson; which would provide training equivalent to that given in a training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program, OR an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of technical courses in plumbing at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services; OR successful completion of the two-year Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter) traineeship or a two-year plumbing training, apprenticeship, or equivalent program* such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship and Certificate Program.
- Successful completion of the traineeship and the training 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. Course work must be completed with an average of "C" or better. Additionally, successful completion of the traineeship also includes 4,000 hours of on-the-job training.
Operational needs:
Able to work in compliance with all related PESH/OSHA regulations. Able to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platform lifts, boom lifts, etc. Able to operate a variety of forklifts (OSHA certification provided after appointment). Able to lift a minimum of 80 lbs. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and applicable building codes and regulations.
Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required.
Possession and maintenance of or ability to obtain in the first 6 months of employment; NYS Backflow Prevention Device Tester Certification
Possession and maintenance of or ability to obtain in the first 6 months of employment; NYS DOL Asbestos supervisor as well as inspector certifications.
Additional Information:
Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community- Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
- Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.
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