Review Vacancy
TitleC1800142 - Maintenance Assistant - Campus Living
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $36051 to $36051 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Two years of experience in maintenance or mechanic work under the supervision of a skill tradesperson or the completion of an appropriate two year technical school course.
Candidates must be able to perform moderate to heavy physical labor. This position requires traveling within the campus, between the campuses, and off campus, therefore, the candidate must be able to demonstrate their ability to meet this requirement.
Preferred Qualifications:
Based on the transportation needs of the position, a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in NYS is preferred.
To be a successful candidate, you must be able to communicate well with others and possess and demonstrate positive customer service skills. You must be able to understand and follow directions/instructions. Since the activities of other employees depend on the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.
Duties Description Position Summary:
The Maintenance Assistant is expected to perform routine repetitive semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks in one or in a combination of trades. While this position will generally operate under a journey level employee, incumbents may perform journey level activities under supervision or after having received detailed instructions. Knowledge and ability to use hand and shop tools associated with various trades is necessary.
General duties for this position require the ability to assist in performing routine repair/maintenance, as well as preventative maintenance, in the areas of:
• plumbing
• electrical
• HVAC
• carpentry
• masonry
• painting
Campus Living supports the University at Buffalo’s mission by providing residential environments that assist students in being academically and personally successful.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Departmental Operating Needs:
Successful candidates will need:
•Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures as well as knowledge of applicable codes and regulations are important.
•When necessary the incumbent should be able to read plans, specifications, manuals and blueprints.
•Candidates will be expected to explain and demonstrate their skills and competency for this position; they must be able to communicate well with others and possess and demonstrate positive customer service skills
•Candidates must be able to understand and follow directions/instructions.
•Since the activities of other employees depend upon the availability of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that will be considered when filling this vacancy.
•This position requires traveling within the campus as well as between campuses and off campus. A valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in NYS is preferred or the candidate must demonstrate their capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
Additional Comments Actual work hours and the number of hours per week will be discussed at the time of the interview.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.