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Maintenance Supervisor 1, SG-14

Syracuse, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level

Maintenance Supervisor 1, SG-14 New York State Fair Syracuse, NY Posting Dates: July 23, 2026 – August 2, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York…

Skills: Supervision, Painting, Plumbing, Carpentry, Automotive Repair

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State Fair Administrator 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS)- Events

Syracuse, New York, United States · On-site

Senior

Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair and become a vital force in shaping iconic events! As part of our dedicated team, you’ll support ou…

Skills: Event Management, Staff Supervision, Logistics Coordination, Contract Management, Financial Monitoring

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Plant Utilities Engineer 1 (NY HELPS)

Syracuse, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level

Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair and become a vital force in shaping iconic events! As part of our dedicated team, you’ll support ou…

Skills: Boiler Operation, HVAC Maintenance, Refrigeration Systems, Water Supply Systems, Pneumatic Control Systems

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State Fair Administrator 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS)- Admin

Onondaga County, New York, United States · On-site

Senior

Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair and become a vital force in shaping iconic events! As part of our dedicated team, you’ll support ou…

Skills: Policy Development, Event Management, Contract Compliance, Client Communication, Inventory Management

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State Fair Worker- Parking Services

Onondaga County, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level

Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair and become a vital force in shaping iconic events! As part of our dedicated team, you’ll support ou…

Skills: Traffic Control, Customer Service, Visitor Assistance, Event Logistics, Communication

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Trades Generalist- Plumber

Onondaga County, New York, United States · On-site

$50k–$62k/yr

Mid level

CALLING ALL PLUMBERS! We are seeking two skilled tradesperson to join our Department as a Trades Generalist in the Plumbing Unit located at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse NY. This is a fantastic opportunity f…

Skills: Plumbing, Pipe Installation, Fixture Repair, Heating Systems, Ventilating Systems

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Trades Generalist- Carpentry

Onondaga County, New York, United States · On-site

$50k–$62k/yr

Mid level

CALLING ALL SKILLED CARPENTERS! We are seeking a skilled tradespersons with experience in carpentry to join our team as a Trades Generalist at the New York State Fair in Syracuse NY. These are a fantastic opportunity for…

Skills: Carpentry, Construction, Roofing, Millwork, Furniture Construction

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Trades Generalist- Paint

Onondaga County, New York, United States · On-site

$50k–$62k/yr

Mid level

CALLING ALL Painters! We are seeking a skilled tradesperson to join our Department as a Trades Generalist in the Paint Department located at the New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse NY. This is a fantastic opportunity …

Skills: Painting, Surface Preparation, Varnishing, Staining, Facility Maintenance

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Office Assistant 2 Calculations (NY HELPS)

Albany, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level

Harvest Your Potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join a team committed to cultivating a thriving food and agriculture industry that benefits everyone – from producers to consumers. At…

Skills: Mathematical Operations, Clerical Activities, Data Entry, Fee Calculation, Database Maintenance

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Food Inspector 2 - Albany - Licensing Initiative

Albany, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level

Harvest Your Potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join a team committed to cultivating a thriving food and agriculture industry that benefits everyone – from producers to consumers. At…

Skills: Licensing Management, Staff Supervision, Plan Review, Labeling Review, Public Interaction

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Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology) (NY HELPS)

Albany, New York, United States · On-site

Mid level

Food Laboratory Specialist 2 (Microbiology) (NY HELPS) Division of Food Laboratory Albany, NY Posting Dates: July 14, 2026 – July 24, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Mark…

Skills: Microbiology Analysis, Molecular Biology, Aseptic Techniques, Method Development, Method Validation

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Back Check Department

Syracuse, New York, United States · On-site

$20/hr–$31/hr

Entry level

Bag Check Department New York State Fair Syracuse, NY Posting Dates: July 10, 2026- August 1, 2026 Calling all Certified Security Guards! The Department of Agriculture and Markets is actively seeking motivated individual…

Skills: Bag Screening, Access Control, Guest Interaction, Safety Monitoring, Security Compliance

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Associate Accountant

Albany, New York, United States · Hybrid

Mid level

Associate Accountant, SG-23 Division of Fiscal Management Albany, NY Posting Dates: July 10, 2026 – July 19, 2026 Harvest Your Potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join a team committe…

Skills: Accounting, QuickBooks, Statewide Financial System (SFS), Financial Reporting, Federal Grant Management

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Veterinarian 2 (NY HELPS)

Monroe County, New York, United States · Hybrid

Mid level

Veterinarian 2, SG-27 (NY HELPS) Division of Animal Industry Monroe, Wayne, Livingston, Ontario, Yates, NY Posting Dates: July 9, 2026 – July 19, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agricult…

Skills: Animal Surveillance, Disease Diagnosis, Disease Control, Disease Eradication, Preventative Animal Health Services

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Legal Assistant 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS)

Albany, New York, United States · Hybrid

Mid level

Legal Assistant 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS) Counsel's Office Albany, NY Posting Dates: July 8, 2026 - July 18, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and beco…

Skills: Legal Documentation, FOIL Processing, Legal Research, Calendaring, Database Management

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Student Assistant

Albany, New York, United States · Hybrid

Entry level

Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets! Join our team and become an integral part of a team dedicated to fostering a competitive food and agriculture industry that benefits b…

Skills: Analytical Skills, Evaluative Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Skills

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Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 - 73033

Suffolk County, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level

Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 $20.83/Hour Division of Plant Industry Suffolk County, NY Posting Dates: July 6, 2026 - July 16, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Marke…

Skills: Visual Plant Surveying, Pest Identification, Sample Collection, Data Entry, Mapping

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Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 - 73031

Suffolk County, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level

Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 $20.83/Hour Division of Plant Industry Suffolk County, NY Posting Dates: July 6, 2026 - July 16, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Marke…

Skills: Visual Plant Surveying, Pest Identification, Sample Collection, Data Entry, Mapping

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Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 - 73022

Suffolk County, New York, United States · On-site

Entry level

Assistant Horticultural Inspector 1 $20.83/Hour Division of Plant Industry Suffolk County, NY Posting Dates: July 6, 2026 - July 16, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Marke…

Skills: Visual Plant Surveying, Pest Identification, Sample Collection, Data Entry, Mapping

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Weights and Measures Specialist 1 or Trainee (NY HELPS)

Suffolk County, New York, United States · Hybrid

Mid level

Weights and Measures Specialist 1, SG-18 or Trainee (NY HELPS) Division of Weights and Measures Suffolk County, NY Posting Dates: July 6, 2026 - July 16, 2026 Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of …

Skills: Inspection, Testing, Auditing, Regulatory Enforcement, Data Reduction

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Maintenance Supervisor 1, SG-14

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

Syracuse, New York, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
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  • Health Insurance, Dental Coverage, Vision Coverage, NYS Pension Plan, Paid Time Off, Personal Time
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  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

Supervise crews of skilled and unskilled workers in the maintenance, repair, and construction of Fairgrounds facilities and equipment. Perform journey-level trades work in a specific shop, such as paint, plumbing, carpentry, automotive, or electrical.

Requirements

Requires one year of trade experience following the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training. Candidates must possess skills equivalent to specific Trades Specialist or Service & Repair Mechanic roles.

Full job description

Maintenance Supervisor 1, SG-14
New York State Fair
Syracuse, NY
Posting Dates: July 23, 2026 – August 2, 2026
 
Harvest your potential with the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets Division of the New York State Fair and become a vital force in shaping iconic events!  As part of our dedicated team, you’ll support our mission to create an educational hub for agriculture and commerce, deliver quality entertainment and learning, and champion the promotion and marketing of New York's agri-business. Your contributions will directly support economic growth, job creation, and revenue generation.  Find your purpose in public service and cultivate a career that offers both professional and personal development. Join us and help build a stronger New York, rooted in tradition and poised for the future.
 
Position Information:  
The Department of Agriculture and Markets is seeking five Maintenance Supervisor 1s to oversee maintenance shops on the New York State Fairgrounds. The maintenance shops include paint, plumbing, carpentry, automotive, and electrical. The Fairgrounds are located at 581 State Fair Boulevard in Syracuse, NY, offering a comfortable work environment, and free parking. These are permanent, non-competitive, CSEA-represented positions working 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday.
 
The Maintenance Supervisor 1 supervises a crew of skilled, semi-skilled, and unskilled positions in maintenance, repair, installation and construction activities of the New York State Fairgrounds facilities, property, and equipment. The incumbent also performs skilled journey-level trades work, in one specific skilled trade and/or a combination of skilled and semiskilled duties in various skilled trades for the repair and maintenance of the Fairgrounds property.
 
There is one Maintenance Supervisor, SG-14 vacancy in each of the specified shops, with responsibilities of each shop listed below:
 
Paint:
The Maintenance Supervisor 1 responsibilities within the Paint Shop include but are not limited to performing, as well as supervising and instructing others in preparing surfaces and applying coats of paint, varnish, and other finishes and stains to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces and fixtures of buildings, structures, furniture, equipment, and materials.
 
Plumbing:
The Maintenance Supervisor 1 responsibilities within the Plumbing Shop include but are not limited to performing, as well as supervising and instructing others in installation, alteration, and repair of pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, ventilating, heating control, water, and drainage systems according to specification and plumbing codes at the New York State Fairgrounds.
 
  Carpentry:
The Maintenance Supervisor 1 responsibilities within the Carpentry Shop include but are not limited to performing, as well as supervising and instructing others in journey-level carpentry work and construction and repair of structures and other items. Additional duties include roofing, millwork, furniture construction, furniture finishing and repair, cabinet work, and use of common construction tools and equipment. Incumbents may also install and adjust door and building hardware, including locks, door closures, doorknobs, hinges, door checks, sash fittings, and other lock work activities.
 
Automotive:
The Maintenance Supervisor 1 responsibilities within the Automotive Shop include but are not limited to performing, as well as supervising and instructing others in skilled mechanical work in automotive repair including the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel-powered, and alternative fuel self-propelled and non-self-propelled motor-driven equipment. This position may also perform routine maintenance and mechanical repairs on disabled vehicles, construction, and other equipment on the fairgrounds.
 
Electrical:
The Maintenance Supervisor 1 responsibilities within the Electrical Shop include but are not limited to performing, as well as supervising and instructing other skilled trades people in repairs, maintaining and installing electrical systems and equipment such as motors, wiring, switches, alarm systems, controls, traffic signals and related equipment, such as radios, televisions, and music players.
 
Salary:
These Maintenance Supervisor 1 positions are in the CSEA Salary Grade (SG) 14. The starting salary of the CSEA SG-14 is $56,506/year.
 
The candidates appointed to these positions will be eligible to participate in the New York State Performance Evaluation Program. Through this program, employees receive yearly performance evaluations.  Performance advances are payable to CSEA employees whose base annual salary is below the job rate for their current position and who were rated "Satisfactory" or its equivalent on their yearly performance evaluation. Performance advance payments are added to an employee's annual salary. Over time, yearly performance advances may lead to the SG-14 job rate salary of $68,630/ year!
 
Benefits:
These positions offer excellent benefits! Benefits include but are not limited to inexpensive Health Insurance options, free Dental and Vision coverage, NYS Pension Plan membership, and generous paid time off. Within the first year, you are eligible for 5 days of personal time, 13 vacation days, 13 sick days, and 13 paid holidays!
 
As a New York State employee, you could potentially qualify to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)! The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your direct loans after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under an accepted repayment plan and while working full-time for the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets or another eligible employer. 
 
Minimum Qualifications:
Non-competitive: One year of trade experience subsequent to the completion of an apprenticeship or equivalent training and experience such as that required for a Trades Specialist (Carpenter), Trades Specialist (Electrician), Service & Repair Mechanic (Electronics), Trades Generalist, Grounds Construction Supervisor, Trades Specialist (Locksmith), Trades Specialist (Machinist), Trades Specialist (Mason & Plasterer), Service & Repair Mechanic (Motor Equipment), Trades Specialist (Painter), Trades Specialist (Plumber & Steamfitter), Service & Repair Mechanic (HVAC-R), Trades Specialist (Roofing), or Trades Specialist (Welder).
 
The incumbent in the Maintenance Supervisor 1 position will not receive tenure rights until the completion of five years of continuous service in the Non-Competitive Class.
How to Apply:
Candidates that are eligible and interested in being considered for appointment to one of these opportunities must apply by: August 2, 2026. Within this online application, please upload your resume and cover letter.
 
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Denny in Human Resources at (315) 728-4254 or [email protected].
 
The Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations and/or modifications as necessary, for qualified persons with disabilities.  If you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please visit: https://agriculture.ny.gov/employment-information.
 
Additional Position Information:
Division:                              State Fair    
Negotiating Unit:              CSEA
Location:                            Syracuse
Number of Vacancies:    Five
Status of Vacancy:          Full-time; Permanent
Hours Per Week:              40 Hours
Jurisdictional Class:       Non-Competitive
Civil Service List(s):        Eligible Lists Do Not Exist   

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About NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

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Promoting NY agriculture. Fostering agricultural environmental stewardship. Safeguarding NY's food, land, and livestock.

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Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Albany, NY
LinkedIn followers
3,448

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets focuses on enhancing the quality of life for the people of New York State by supporting the production of high-quality and diverse agricultural products; ensuring a safe, nutritious and accessible food supply; providing economic opportunities for farms and rural residents; fostering agricultural environmental stewardship; and safeguarding New York State’s land and livestock. If you are interested in agriculture, the economy, public health, and the environment, then the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is for you.

Offices: 10 B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235, US · 55 Hanson Pl, Brooklyn, New York 11217, US · 581 State Fair Blvd, Administration Building, Syracuse, New York 13209, US · 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 6, Albany, New York 12226, US · 1530 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, New York 14623, US

Government AdministrationFood SafetyAgricultureAnimal HealthDairyWeights & MeasuresLand & Water ResourcesEnvironmental StewardshipFarmingBusiness Development
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About NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets

LinkedInVisit site

Promoting NY agriculture. Fostering agricultural environmental stewardship. Safeguarding NY's food, land, and livestock.

Industry
Government Administration
Company size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Albany, NY
LinkedIn followers
3,448

The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets focuses on enhancing the quality of life for the people of New York State by supporting the production of high-quality and diverse agricultural products; ensuring a safe, nutritious and accessible food supply; providing economic opportunities for farms and rural residents; fostering agricultural environmental stewardship; and safeguarding New York State’s land and livestock. If you are interested in agriculture, the economy, public health, and the environment, then the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets is for you.

Offices: 10 B Airline Drive, Albany, NY 12235, US · 55 Hanson Pl, Brooklyn, New York 11217, US · 581 State Fair Blvd, Administration Building, Syracuse, New York 13209, US · 1220 Washington Avenue, Building 6, Albany, New York 12226, US · 1530 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, New York 14623, US

Government AdministrationFood SafetyAgricultureAnimal HealthDairyWeights & MeasuresLand & Water ResourcesEnvironmental StewardshipFarmingBusiness Development
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