Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/18/26
Applications Due: 03/28/26
Vacancy ID: 211888
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyBinghamton University
TitleMaintenance Assistant
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Salary Grade09
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Variable
Hours Per Week 40
Workday
From 7 AM
To 3 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? Yes
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Broome
Street Address 4400 Vestal Pkwy E
City Bingahmton
StateNY
Zip Code13902
Job Specifics
Duties Description A Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair and
related activities as assigned in one or a combination of crafts including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. The initial work assignments include routine tasks of the electrical trade, including repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors, vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances; replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting fixtures, outlets, and switches: and adjusting points and contacts on electrical equipment. Typical assignment for this title may consist of routine repair, preventative maintenance, and/or modification of facilities typically associated with general building maintenance. The incumbent will also be responsible for other general maintenance duties such as changing light bulbs, snow removal, and emergency calls.. This position may support events via set-ups and tear-downs. Maintenance Assistants use hand and portable power tools, shop equipment and measuring and testing instruments appropriate to the trade area to which they are assigned. This position will operate trucks and light construction equipment and will be involved in snow removal. This individual must develop computer skills to operate the departments facilities management system (Maximo) as implemented in their area as well as fire alarm monitoring systems.
Minimum Qualifications A Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair and
related activities as assigned in one or a combination of crafts including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. The initial work assignments include routine tasks of the electrical trade, including repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors, vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances; replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting fixtures, outlets, and switches: and adjusting points and contacts on electrical equipment. Typical assignment for this title may consist of routine repair, preventative maintenance, and/or modification of facilities typically associated with general building maintenance. The incumbent will also be responsible for other general maintenance duties such as changing light bulbs, snow removal, and emergency calls.. This position may support events via set-ups and tear-downs. Maintenance Assistants use hand and portable power tools, shop equipment and measuring and testing instruments appropriate to the
trade area to which they are assigned. This position will operate trucks and light construction equipment and will be involved in snow removal. This individual must develop computer skills to operate the departments facilities management
system (Maximo) as implemented in their area as well as fire alarm monitoring systems.
Additional Comments A Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair and
related activities as assigned in one or a combination of crafts including, but not limited to, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical. The initial work assignments include routine tasks of the electrical trade, including repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors, vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances; replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting fixtures, outlets, and switches: and adjusting points and contacts on electrical equipment. Typical assignment for this title may consist of routine repair, preventative maintenance, and/or modification of facilities typically associated with general building maintenance. The incumbent will also be responsible for other general maintenance duties such as changing light bulbs, snow removal, and emergency calls.. This position may support events via set-ups and tear-downs. Maintenance Assistants use hand and portable power tools, shop equipment and measuring and testing instruments appropriate to the
trade area to which they are assigned. This position will operate trucks and light construction equipment and will be involved in snow removal. This individual must develop computer skills to operate the departments facilities management system (Maximo) as implemented in their area as well as fire alarm monitoring systems.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Human Resources
Telephone 607-777-2187
Fax 607-777-4947
Email Address mmtaylor@binghamton.edu
Address
Street 4400 Vestal Pkwy E
City Bingahmton
State NY
Zip Code 13902
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please complete the application at the link below and submit it to Human Resources by the posting end date.
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/jobs/pdf/bu_employ_app_july_2019_2_final.pdf
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