Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Maintenance

 

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University’s curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.   

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint “Village on the Erie Canal,” SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo — the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. 

Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport.  

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.   

Job Summary:

Summary of Position:

The Facilities Operations Assistant 1 assists in a variety of routine unskilled and semiskilled manual tasks related to the maintenance of State-owned buildings and facilities.

 

Essential Functions

• Performs routine and unskilled work such as carrying supplies and equipment.
• Erects ladders and scaffolding, cleaning, flushing and repairing gutters and drains, removing materials from construction sites.
• Prepares surfaces and spreading paint.
• Digs ditches, loading, and unloading trucks, carrying bricks and mortar.
• Performing rough carpentry and masonry work, and cleaning the work site after repair work is completed.
• Assists skilled and semi-skilled positions by performing a variety of activities and tasks involving the use of elementary skills in one or a combination of trades.
• Uses hand tools, power tools, various shop equipment, measuring devices and motor equipment.
• Reviews Email and the work order system daily and provides appropriate feedback via work order system.
• Assists with moving and snow removal.

 

Operating Needs:

• Works both scheduled and unscheduled overtime as needed. Contact numbers must be available.
• Climbs, stoops, and does moderate to heavy lifting.
• Must be able to obtain Operations and Maintenance certification for asbestos removal.
• Possesses a valid New York State Driver License, Class D or above (other than a motorcycle license); this is verified through the NY State Department of Motor Vehicles.  Must pass LENS Check.  This enables employee to pick up and deliver tools & equipment used in normal maintenance activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class. Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.  When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated and able to pass LENS Check.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Work Schedule: 40 Hours/Week; Monday-Friday; 7:00am-3:30pm Salary and Benefits:

$35,177

May be benefits eligible; Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport!  This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Application Instructions: Submit your application, resume, and contact information for three professional references by visiting our Employment Opportunities webpage at jobs.hr.brockport.edu by November 1, 2024.

Background Investigation Statement:
All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check. Pr