Temporary Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 08/19/26

Applications Due08/29/26

Vacancy ID222088

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AgencySUNY Plattsburgh

TitleTemporary Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade06

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $36232 to $44828 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Temporary

Jurisdictional Class Labor Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 6 AM

To 2:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Clinton

Street Address 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

StateNY

Zip Code12901

Duties Description Working both within a crew and alone, this position is responsible for the upkeep of campus grounds including but not limited to, mowing lawns by hand and with power equipment; management of trees, shrubbery, plants, and flowers, including the pulling of weeds; spraying of pesticides under the supervision of a certified applicator; and maintaining outdoor athletic and recreational facilities. In the winter, duties are expected to include shoveling, plowing, and snow blowing of snow which requires the proper and safe use of multiple types of equipment and vehicles. Other duties may include patching blacktop and operating chainsaws. Ensuring the proper maintenance of grounds equipment is also necessary. As illustrated, it is important to note that the activities and tasks assigned will vary according to the season and daily weather conditions. Evening and weekend work are also expected and may be required based on operational need and this position is subject to recall when deemed necessary by appropriate personnel. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.

Minimum Qualifications -Ability to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions

• Physically able to perform the tasks of the position including, but not limited to, those in the Examples of Duties & Responsibilities
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of individuals
• When required to operate motor vehicles, a valid driver's license and the ability to be LENS cleared to operate state vehicles

Additional Comments Grounds Maintenance is dedicated to maintaining the natural beauty of our 265-acre campus completing routine maintenance for a variety of surfaces and areas. We are part of the Administration & Finance division and provide essential services to our campus, local, state, federal and international customers. We navigate systems in a collaborative and sensitive way to assist the University in achieving its educational mission. This position is expected to work Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm. These temporary positions are expected to end in late-October.

Please include a complete application and contact information for three current professional references. A resume is also strongly encouraged. Additional information may be requested at a later step in the process.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resource Services

Telephone 518-564-5062

Fax

Email Address HRS@plattsburgh.edu

Address

Street 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

State NY

Zip Code 12901

Notes on ApplyingIf interested in this position please apply online - https://jobs.plattsburgh.edu/postings/16339

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