Temporary Facility Operations Assistant ; Grounds

Position: Temporary Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)
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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 02/27/26

Applications Due
03/09/26

Vacancy ID210385

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Agency

SUNY Plattsburgh

Title Temporary Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)

Occupational Category Skilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance

Salary Grade
06

Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)

Salary Range From $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 Code
12901

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. Using appropriate PPE and selecting and safely using the appropriate tools and equipment needed to complete the assigned tasks as well as attending job related training will be required.

As illustrated, it is important to note that the activities and tasks assigned will vary according to the season and daily weather conditions. Early morning, evening, and weekend work is also expected and may be required based on operational needs, resulting in overtime. This position is also 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
-Must be eligible for appointment to this title pursuant to civil service law

* 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

* 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 300-acre campus completing routine maintenance for a variety of surfaces and areas. We are part of the Administration & Finance division which provides essential services to our campus, local, state, federal and international customers. We are responsible for human, physical, financial and technical resources. As professionals, 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, 6:00a.m - 2:30p.m. These temporary positions are expected to begin in mid-April and end in mid-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. Employees required to drive as part of their employment responsibilities must supply University Police with a copy of their driver's license for a review of their driving record and be LENS cleared to operate state vehicles.

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

Name Human Resource Services

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HRS

Address

Street 101 Broad Street

City Plattsburgh

State NY

Zip Code 12901

Notes on Applying If interested in this position please apply online - (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).