Maintenance Assistant

Vacancy #: WF250250

Apply by: Open until filled

Title: Maintenance Assistant

Location: Facilities Management (Fire Safety)

Salary: $22 per hour

Grade: NS9

Hours: Monday thru Friday 7am to 3:30pm (pass days Saturday/Sunday)

Duration: Summer 2026 (May-August)

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services. Valid NYS Drivers License Required. Candidates may be expected to be qualified to use negative pressure respirators.

*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.

OPERATING NEEDS:

• Must have valid NYS Driver's License.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs.
• Must be capable of working from heights, both on platforms and ladders, up to 20ft.
• Must be able to walk and climb stairs throughout shift.
• Must have ability to navigate MS Office Suite and Apple products.
• Must be available to work for complete duration of appointment.
• Ability to work alone as well as in a team environment.

Additional Information:

• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community
• Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role
• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.