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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/25/26

Applications Due08/01/26

Vacancy ID218567

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AgencySUNY System Administration

TitleMaintenance Assistant

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $42641 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7:30 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Albany

Street Address 353 Broadway

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12246

Duties Description The State University of New York (SUNY) System Administration, located in Albany, New York, currently has an opening for a Maintenance Assistant - SG09 in Facilities.

Responsibilities: Include, but are not limited to:

• Performs semiskilled carpentry activities including repairing doors, windows, window sashes, storm windows, stairs, railings, furniture, locks, and door hardware operating shop machinery to make and assemble bookcases, shelves, tables, trenches, signs, and modular furniture erecting and moving partitions building forms for concrete work and, under supervision, assisting in erecting and renovating buildings and structures.
• Assists in repairing and maintaining locks by making keys, changing lock combinations, opening locks when keys are not available, installing locks, and cleaning and repairing locks.
• Assists in painting and decorating work by performing interior and exterior painting not requiring fine finish or decorative treatment, staining and finishing wood and furniture, painting equipment, and spray-painting surfaces and equipment.
• Perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair, installation, and construction tasks in one or more of the trades including, carpentry, painting, minor electrical, masonry/tilework, and flooring.
• Perform snow and ice control as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled trades person; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the NYS CSEA Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; OR an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services.

Additional Requirements:

• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in trade or trades to which assigned.
• Ability to work under the direction of a field supervisor and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.
• Working knowledge of applicable codes and regulations for the trade or trades to which assigned.
• Ability to read plans, specifications, manuals, and blueprints.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• The ability to climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms, and in confined spaces.
• Demonstrate the ability to adhere to OSHA safety standards.

Additional Comments State Title: Maintenance Assistant SG-09

Hours: 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

Salary: $42,641

Note: Non-Competitive: Candidates should be aware that a preferred list, transfer list, placement roster and/or reemployment roster of laid off State employees may be certified against this vacancy by the Department of Civil Service.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

SUNY System Administration Benefits:

SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY. Our nationally recognized benefits include:

• Retirement: The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.
• Health Insurance: Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.
• Time Off: Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category.
• Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
• Flexible Working Arrangements: Flexible working arrangements, including hybrid schedules, are available depending on position.

Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits

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Name Human Resources

Telephone

Fax

Email Address hr@syssadmin.suny.edu

Address

Street 353 Broadway

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12246

Notes on ApplyingPlease apply at the following link: http://sunysystem.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=201859

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