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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 04/09/26

Applications Due04/19/26

Vacancy ID213570

NY HELPNo

AgencyBinghamton University

TitleMaintenance Assistant

Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade09

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 40

Workday

From 7 AM

To 3:30 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? Yes

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Broome

Street Address 4400 Vestal Pkwy E

City Binghamton

StateNY

Zip Code13902

Duties Description A Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair and
related activities as assigned in one or a combination of crafts including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. The initial work assignment for this position will consist of routine repair, preventative maintenance, and/or
modification of facilities typically associated with general building maintenance. Typical assignments may include, but are not limited to: erecting steel studding, installing an taping sheetrock, repair of woodwork, doors, window sashes and
storm windows; working with locks, door closures, hinges and panic hardware; repair/replacement of ceiling and floor
tile; installation, repair/replacement of electrical and plumbing fixtures; unplugging of clogged drains; small carpet or
tile repairs. The incumbent will also be responsible for other general maintenance duties such as changing light bulbs, snow removal, and emergency calls.. This position will also support events via set-ups and tear-downs. Maintenance Assistants use hand and portable power tools, shop equipment and measuring and testing instruments appropriate to the trade area to which they are assigned. This position will operate trucks and light construction equipment and will be
involved in snow removal. This individual must develop computer skills to operate the Departments facilities management system (Maximo) as implemented in their area.

Minimum Qualifications Two years of experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled trades worker or completion of an appropriate two year technical school course. Additionally candidate must possess the following job skills:
* Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the trade or trades to which assigned.
* Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment, and material of the trade or trades to which assigned.
* Must be licensed to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
* Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
* Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instruction.
* Ability to supervise the activities of a subordinate staff.
* Ability to climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms.

Additional Comments The initial assignment for this position will be on the 7:00 am to 3:30 pm shift with
preventative maintenance. Position works Monday through Friday with Saturday and Sunday as pass days. Since the nature of the campus requires continuous service and emergencies may arise during other than normal work hours,
employee in this position will be required to provide a home telephone number and be willing to accept emergency call- ins and overtime work when necessary. This position is considered essential.

The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform the duties and
responsibilities of the position satisfactorily. Since the activities of other employees depend upon the performance of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that the employer will consider when filling this vacancy.

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

Name Human Resources

Telephone 607-777-2187

Fax 607-777-4947

Email Address canvass@binghamton.edu

Address

Street 4400 Vestal Pkwy E

City Binghamton

State NY

Zip Code 13902

 

Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please complete the application at the link below and submit it to Human Resources by the posting end date.

https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/jobs/pdf/bu_employ_app_july_2019_2_final.pdf

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