Facility Operations Assistant 1

Job Details

Facility Operations Assistant 1

Position Information

Position Title: Facility Operations Assistant 1

Department: Stores

Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/62044

Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

Facility Operations Assistant 1 provides support to meet the requirements of the Stores Department. Such work may consist of, but is not limited to:

• Assists in inventory tracking, ordering, receiving, and shipping of various office materials
• Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture by physically lifting items or operating a hand truck, forklift or pallet jack
• Moves items to and from storerooms and/or warehouses; maintains storage areas; tracks and records package movement
• Assists truck drivers and motor vehicle operators in picking up and delivering items. May drive delivery vehicles.
• Moves heavy furniture, office equipment, and records
• Cleans buildings and facilities, which includes but is not limited to: vacuuming, mopping, and waxing floors; emptying trash receptacles; washing lavatories and fixtures within; dusting and polishing wood and metal fixtures

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

• Labor Class: There are no education or experience qualifications for this class.
• Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
• When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to operate a forklift, or other motorized equipment as needed.
• Experience using e-mail and other computer programs.

Physical Demands

Must be able to perform all the job functions listed within the position summary.

Positioning self through bending and twisting; ability to move, transport, and position materials; ascending and descending ladders; accessing equipment located on mezzanines, catwalks, basements, and crawlspaces. Ability to work atop ladders and scaffolding, in confined spaces, and/or in environments where air monitoring may be required. Work around and be exposed to loud, noisy, dusty, and dirty environments. Work around high‑pressure steam, high‑voltage electrical systems, and rotating equipment. Candidate must be able to maintain a stationary position, move, traverse, transport, reach, push, and pull materials and equipment as required to perform essential job functions.

Salary Range

$36,232

Special Instructions Summary

Is a background check required for this posting? Yes

Contact Information

Contact's Name: Mike Manfredo
Contact's Title: Warehouse Operations Manager
Contact's Email: mmanfred@buffalo.edu
Contact's Phone: 716-645-2364

Posting Dates

Posted: 04/16/2026
Deadline for Applicants: 04/30/2026