Assisting with spraying, turf repair, fertilizing, grass cutting, pruning and planting projects

Driving large delivery vehicles, loading and unloading, and transporting freight

Routine service on motorized/ non-motorized vehicles and equipment which includes changing tires, lubrication, check and add fluids, install/remove snow plows, and perform minor repairs

Moving cargo on and off vehicles

Removing snow and ice from paved surfaces

Performing manual labor associated with maintaining campus grounds

This position is defined as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject pre employment and random alcohol and drug testing under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a valid class B Commercial Drivers License without an air brake restriction.
• Must have tanker endorsement by the time of employment.
• You are required to create a Clearinghouse account as part of your application
• One year of full-time experience in the operation of appropriate equipment in support of grounds maintenance, highway maintenance, parks maintenance, or similar operation.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications


Physical Demands
Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Frequently transports boxes, materials, and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus utilizing provided tools.

Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical tasks, including frequent work in various weather conditions.

Salary Range
$40,391

Special Instructions Summary
Applicants will be required to provide their driver's license information and create a Clearinghouse account to enable participation in the License Event Notification Service (LENS) and Clearinghouse for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

The FMCDS Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow the University at Buffalo to request access from applicants to identify drivers who commit drug and alcohol program violations.

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: John White
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Supervisor of Grounds
Contact's Email: jpwhite3@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-264-3299

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/28/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:

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Assisting with spraying, turf repair, fertilizing, grass cutting, pruning and planting projects

Driving large delivery vehicles, loading and unloading, and transporting freight

Routine service on motorized/ non-motorized vehicles and equipment which includes changing tires, lubrication, check and add fluids, install/remove snow plows, and perform minor repairs

Moving cargo on and off vehicles

Removing snow and ice from paved surfaces

Performing manual labor associated with maintaining campus grounds

This position is defined as safety-sensitive, and as such, is subject pre employment and random alcohol and drug testing under the Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.

Learn more:

• Our benefits, where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
• Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Must have a valid class B Commercial Drivers License without an air brake restriction.
• Must have tanker endorsement by the time of employment.
• You are required to create a Clearinghouse account as part of your application
• One year of full-time experience in the operation of appropriate equipment in support of grounds maintenance, highway maintenance, parks maintenance, or similar operation.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States by their start date. The University at Buffalo does not guarantee that it will sponsor, support, or otherwise assist with obtaining work authorization.

Preferred Qualifications


Physical Demands
Will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Frequently transports boxes, materials, and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus utilizing provided tools.

Must be able to perform medium to heavy physical tasks, including frequent work in various weather conditions.

Salary Range
$40,391

Special Instructions Summary
Applicants will be required to provide their driver's license information and create a Clearinghouse account to enable participation in the License Event Notification Service (LENS) and Clearinghouse for Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

The FMCDS Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse is a secure online database that will allow the University at Buffalo to request access from applicants to identify drivers who commit drug and alcohol program violations.

Is a background check required for this posting?
Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: John White
Contact's Pronouns:
Contact's Title: Supervisor of Grounds
Contact's Email: jpwhite3@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-264-3299

Posting Dates

Posted: 08/28/2026
Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled
Date to be filled:

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