Why #TeamOGS?

The Office of General Services helps New York State move. From contracting to construction and everything in between, when you join #TeamOGS, you’ll provide necessary services to every corner of the agency and amplify our good work. Employee benefits include:

  • Generous paid time off: sick, vacation, holidays, and personal
  • Health benefits, including vision and dental plans
  • Paid family leave
  • Membership in the New York State Retirement System
  • The security and stability of a career in New York State

Job Duties

 

APPLY NOW IF YOU ARE:

  • Working toward a Class B license, or already have one
  • Interested in a hands-on position that presents new and diverse challenges daily
  • Ready to expand your career working for New York State 
     

You can expect to:
 

  • Operate and drive vehicles on assigned mail runs and freight requests.
  • Retrieve, sort, distribute, and deliver items throughout New York State.
  • Record and trace barcoded items using handheld scanners.
  • Process, package, and label outgoing mail for shipment.
  • Set up, load, and unload vehicles in an effective and timely manner.
  • Ensure vehicles are clean, well-maintained, and required repairs are properly reported.
  • Assist with office moves involving assorted types of furniture.
  • Maintain and operate various types of equipment including scanning, metering, inserting, and postage machines.
  • Efficiently utilize program databases, applications, UPS WorldShip, and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Interact with customers and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Work in the Mail Center at such times that deliveries are not required.
  • Perform tasks in an efficient, timely, and safe manner.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Possession and maintenance of a valid Class B Driver’s License with air brake endorsement issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required.
  • Ability to drive a truck with standard transmission.
  • Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, and walk for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift a minimum 45 pounds.
  • Ability to operate a variety of materials handling equipment.
  • May be required to respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Obtain and maintain certification in CPR and comply with established safety procedures. Shift will be discussed during the interview process.

Qualifications Needed

Candidates are required to possess and maintain a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Appointees to these positions will be required to obtain a valid Class A or Class B drivers’ license from the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles during the probationary period. Failure to obtain and maintain a Class A or Class B license will result in termination. Details on time frames for obtaining the specified license will be discussed at the job interview.

Candidates MUST provide a copy of their valid NYS driver’s license with their resume when applying to this vacancy.

Pursuant to the Federal Omnibus Transportation Act, pre-employment drug and alcohol testing may be required. Once appointed to/selected for the position, random drug and alcohol testing may be required.

Additional Information

Title: Motor Vehicle Operator

Location: Albany

Salary: Grade 7/ $34,990-$43,236

Hours: 12AM-5PM, 40 hours per week with a variable work week

Bargaining Unit: OSU – Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Appointees to these positions will be required to obtain a valid Class A or Class B drivers’ license from the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles during the probationary period. Failure to obtain and maintain a Class A or Class B license will result in termination. Details on time frames for obtaining the specified license will be discussed at the job interview.

How to Apply

Candidates MUST provide a copy of their valid NYS driver’s license with their application when applying to this vacancy.

To apply, please download and complete the OGS Employment Application and return to:

By email: [email protected]

Please use the subject line "Motor Vehicle Operator"

By mail:

NYS Office of General Services
Human Resources
31st Floor Corning Tower
Empire State Plaza
Albany, NY 12242

By fax: 518-486-1631

Questions? Contact OGS Human Resources:
Phone: 518-473-5282