Facilities Operations Lead: Grounds & Maintenance

Buffalo State College; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Buffalo State University in Buffalo, NY, invites applications for a full-time Facility Operations Assistant 2 in the Grounds and Garage department. The role supports maintenance of campus buildings, grounds, and equipment, working a 6:00am–2:30pm schedule, with occasional evening/weekend shifts as needed.

Ideal candidates have prior grounds/maintenance experience, a valid NYS driver's license, ability to lift 50–80 pounds, and ability to follow instructions; the position is essential and

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications: one year of service as a Facility Operations Assistant 1 or two years of full-time, verifiable experience in custodial, grounds, or maintenance operation; valid NYS driver's license; able to operate state vehicles after enrollment in LENS; able to understand written and/or oral instructions; capable of physical tasks as described; Team-oriented and able to work with diverse staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine unskilled and semiskilled manual tasks related to operation and maintenance of state-owned buildings and facilities and surrounding grounds.
• Supervise or assist in supervising other grounds/custodial/maintenance crew; plan priorities, assign work, ensure schedules and standards are met.
• Maintain grounds including mowing, pruning, weed control, and seasonal snow/ice removal; perform or supervise use of hand and power tools and equipment.
• Keep written records of work performed and materials used; report progress to supervisor; participate in landscaping planning and estimates.

Job description

Buffalo State University in Buffalo, NY, invites applications for a full-time Facility Operations Assistant 2 in the Grounds and Garage department. The role supports maintenance of campus buildings, grounds, and equipment, working a 6:00am–2:30pm schedule, with occasional evening/weekend shifts as needed.

Ideal candidates have prior grounds/maintenance experience, a valid NYS driver's license, ability to lift 50–80 pounds, and ability to follow instructions; the position is essential and