Job Application – Part 1
Select the job title you want from the listings below then complete our Job Application. It MUST BE PRINTED OUT, filled out in dark ink and mailed with copies of any attachments you want to include. (Suggestion: Make a copy of your submission before mailing.) Information filled out electronically on the form WILL NOT BE SAVED if you attach the form to an email.
If you are unable to access this PDF file, or are looking for more specific information, please email your name and mailing address requesting ADM-F034 - Employment Application to recruitment@canals.ny.gov, or, contact the New York State Canal Corporation at (518) 449-6003.
Seasonal Job Openings
Canal and Trail Seasonal (Facility Operations Assistant 1)
Hourly Salary: $17.80
Job Description:
Work independently or on a crew to assist in maintaining canal equipment, structures, grounds and facilities at historic canal and maintenance sites. May be responsible for running heavy equipment including commercial riding mowers.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18
- Physically capable of performing duties assigned (work will predominately be outdoors)
- No specific education or experience required
- Possess and continuously maintain a valid driver license appropriate to the types of vehicles being operated.
Positions available throughout New York State including Fort Edward, Waterford, Fonda, Utica, Lysander, Lyons, Pittsford, Albion and Lockport.
Typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm. This is a 40 hour/week assignment. Occasional paid Saturday work for overtime or emergency services may be available.
Contact:
recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 449-6003
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.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from the candidate before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Canal Worker
Hourly Salary: $17.80
Job Description:
May be assigned to assist with Lock operation/maintenance, the operation/maintenance of Floating Plant vessels and assisting with other routine maintenance tasks associated with the Canal system.
USCG or OTETA Drug Testing Required.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18
- Physically capable of performing duties assigned (work will predominately be outdoors)
- No specific education or experience required
- Possess and continuously maintain a valid driver license appropriate to the types of vehicles being operated.
Positions available throughout New York State including Fort Edward, Waterford, Fonda, Utica, Lysander, Lyons, Pittsford, Albion and Lockport.
Typical work schedule is Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm. This is a 40 hour/week assignment. Occasional paid Saturday work for overtime or emergency services may be available.
Contact:
recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 449-6003
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.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from the candidate before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Canal Structure Operators
Hourly Salary: $19.96
Job Description:
Assist Chief Lock Operators in operating and maintaining Canal structures.
Interact with recreational and commercial boaters.
Responsible for recording specific operational data plus directing all boaters appropriately for safe passage through locks.
Possess and continuously maintain a valid driver license appropriate to the types of vehicles being operated.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Min months experience in the operation and assembly or operation and maintenance of mechanical, electrical, automotive, hydraulic or diesel machinery OR
- Six months experience working on a canal(s), of which 50 percent of your duties must have included working at a canal lock and/or lift bridge OR
- Certificate of completion from a BOCES or a post-high school program in electrical maintenance; electrical construction; or mechanical, hydraulic, automotive, or diesel repair or technology OR
- Six college semester credit hours in electrical construction; electrical maintenance; or in hydraulic, mechanical, automotive, or diesel repair or technology OR
- Possession of an electrician's license and current registration issued by a New York State municipality. Must provide information on your license and registration on application
Contact:
recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Phone: (518) 449-6003
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.
Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from the candidate before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.
Permanent Job Openings
Check for Engineers, Construction Managers, Marine Specialists, Admins & More.
Engineer Trainee
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Engineer Trainee (Civil/Transportation) OR candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Civil Service examination is currently suspended. See NY HELPS links where Canal Corporation openings, when available, are posted and for further information.
Assistant Engineer
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Assistant Engineer (Civil/Transportation) OR candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Civil Service examination is currently suspended. See NY HELPS links where Canal Corporation openings, when available, are posted and for further information.
Professional Engineer 1
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) OR candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Civil Service examination is currently suspended. See NY HELPS links where Canal Corporation openings, when available, are posted and for further information.
Civil Service Careers at Canals
The Department of Civil Service has developed NY HELPS to streamline the process for Canals to hire diverse, qualified permanent employees quickly and without exams. View our openings and how to apply below or NY HELPS.
Note about Civil Service Engineering Openings—Exams for Engineers were suspended March 1, 2024. Eligible lists remain active. For hiring, Canals can use active eligible lists or NY HELPS.
Civil Service Openings at Canals
Current State Employees
General Public
Other Canal-Related Opportunities
No positions at this time.