"Summer Temp 2026 / Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)"

Job Description

Summer Temp 2026 / Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)
SUNY Brockport

Salary: $0.01 Hourly
Location: SUNY Brockport
Job Type: Temporary Classified Full-Time
Job Number: 2600322
Division: Administration and Finance
Department: Facilities Grounds
Opening Date: 03/16/2026
Closing: 5/28/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University's curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint "Village on the Erie Canal," SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo - the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport!

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.

SUMMARY

SUNY Brockport is accepting applications for temporary summer workers in the Facilities/Grounds Department.

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Performs general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, raking, or tilling soil, mowing lawns, cutting brush and wood, trimming, and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, and removing snow, trash, and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas. Loads trucks with debris, dirt, and other materials
• Moves heavy supplies, furniture, and equipment. Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture by physically lifting items or operating a hand truck, forklift, or pallet jack
• Sets up and removes furniture, partitions, and equipment for office moves, conferences, meetings, and special events

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience or demonstrates knowledge of grounds maintenance
• Knowledge of grounds maintenance and turf equipment operations
• Experience using one or more of the following: zero turn mowers, gas powered tools such as weed trimmers, walk behind mowers, blowers, hedge trimmers and chain saws
• Basic mechanical ability

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Work Schedule:

40 hours/week: Monday - Friday 6:00am-2:30pm.

Benefits:
This position is benefits eligible. Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport.

Application Instructions:

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Respond to the canvass letter (if applicable). Submit your application, cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references via our Employment Opportunities website at jobs.hr.brockport.edu by May 28, 2026.