Maintenance Supervisor , SG

Job Overview

Position:
Maintenance Supervisor 1, SG-14 (New York State Fairgrounds)
Agency:
New York State Department of Agriculture & Markets
Agency Division:
Agriculture & Markets, Department of

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Permanent
Appointment Type:
Permanent, Non-Competitive Class
Salary Grade: 14 – $56,506 to $68,630 annually
Salary Range (CSEA SG-14):
From $56,506 to $68,630 annually
Workweek:
Monday – Friday, 40 hours per week

Location:

581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209

• Supervise a crew of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled personnel in maintenance, repair, installation, and construction activities of the New York State Fairgrounds facilities, property, and equipment.
• Perform skilled journey‑level trades work in at least one specific skilled trade (a combination of skilled and semiskilled duties is acceptable).
• Manage one of four maintenance shops:
  Paint, Plumbing, Carpentry, or Automotive – each shop has specific responsibilities detailed below.
• Ensure all work is completed in accordance with applicable codes, specifications, and safety regulations.

• Paint Shop
  :
  Prepare surfaces, apply coats of paint, varnish, finishes, and stains; supervise and instruct others in these tasks.
• Plumbing Shop
  :
  Install, alter, and repair pipes, fittings, and fixtures for heating, ventilation, and drainage systems per specifications and plumbing codes.
• Carpentry Shop
  :
  Perform journey‑level carpentry work, including construction and repair of structures, roofing, millwork, furniture construction, finishing, and cabinet work; install and adjust door hardware and lock work.
• Automotive Shop
  :
  Supervise and perform skilled mechanical work in automotive repair, including maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, and alternative‑fuel equipment; conduct routine maintenance on vehicles and other equipment for the fairgrounds.

• One year of trade experience subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training, applicable to any of the following specialties:
  Carpenter, Electrician, Electronics Repair, Generalist, Ground Construction Supervisor, Locksmith, Machinist, Mason & Plasterer, Motor Equipment Repair, Painter, Plumber & Steamfitter, HVAC‑R Repair, Roofing, or Welder.
• Non-competitive class; no tenure rights until five years of continuous service.

• Health Insurance (inexpensive options), Dental and Vision coverage.
• NYS Pension Plan membership.
• Paid time off: 5 days personal, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, 13 paid holidays in first year.
• Potential eligibility for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
• Participation in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program; yearly performance advances may increase salary toward the SG‑14 rate of $68,630.

Candidates must apply online by January 26, 2026. Upload resume and cover letter to the link below and copy the form number into the application.

For questions contact Lauren Denny, Human Resources,  or Harvest Your Potential .gov.

Name:
Lauren Denny
Telephone: 315‑728‑4254
Email:
Harvest Your Potential .gov

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