Facility Operations Assistant 1

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook University (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facility Operations Assistant to support maintenance and repair tasks. This role involves performing physical labor, assisting skilled trades, and ensuring work areas are clean and organized. The ideal candidate will be physically capable of handling various tasks, including climbing ladders and using tools. If you're looking for a hands-on position in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers a full-time schedule with a supportive team dedicated to maintaining a safe and efficient workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to perform moderate to heavy labor.
• No education or experience requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled trades in maintenance and repairs.
• Perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
• Clean work areas after tasks are completed.

Skills

Physical labor

Bending

Lifting

Climbing

Understanding instructions

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Motorized equipment

Job description

Job Description - Facility Operations Assistant 1 (2501270)

Facility Operations Assistant 1

Required Qualifications: Per Civil Service standards and specifications. There are no education or experience requirements for this class. Applicants must be physically ableto perform moderate to heavy physical labor. Candidate must be able to perform the physical tasks of the position such as bending, lifting, stretching and climbing and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions. Must have the ability to work in confined spaces and from a ladder, scaffolding or man lift over ten feet in height. Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”).

Brief Description of Duties:The Facilities Operations Assistant 1 will perform a varietyof relatively unskilled maintenance, repair and related activities assisting skilled andsemi-skilled trades positions in building and structural maintenance, plumbing andelectrical repairs. The Facilities Operations Assistant 1 will accomplish tasks and otherassigned duties in a timely and effective manner; adheres to all departmental policiesand procedures; and may be asked to respond to emergencies.

• Perform moderate to heavy manual labor to include a variety of relatively unskilled maintenance and repair to include loading/unloading, moving and holding materials and tools.
• Assist skilled and semi-skilled trades staff in building and structural maintenance, plumbing and electrical repairs to include climbing ladders and working at heights on scaffolds and platforms.
• Clean shop and clean up work areas after work is performed.
• Use a variety of hand and power tools and motorized equipment.
• Other duties as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.

Special Notes: These are full-time positions, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. FLSA Nonexempt position, eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Mandatory rehire roster candidates have preference. SG 6 Hiring Rate $36,232. This position includes location pay of $4,000 per year.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.

For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.

Seniority for promotion is the length of service in the Operational Services Bargaining Unit. Seniority applies to vacant non-competitive class positions in salary grades higher than the applicants grade. Applicants must meet the posted qualifications/job requirements, legitimate operating needs of the department and have the ability to perform duties and responsibilities satisfactorily.

At time of submission, candidates must include all relevant work experience and training/education information. Submissions failing to do so, will not be considered.

Upon conditional offer, the State Classified Appointments Unit will ask for proof of relevant experience or training/education if applicable.

Time and attendance, past evaluations, disciplinary history and the ability to perform the physical and supervisory aspects of this position will be considered as part of the selection process. Verifiable proof of credentials as stated above are the responsibility of the applicant. Please be prepared to document proof of qualifications with application.

Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such are required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.

***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of official start date.

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Job Number:

Job Number:

2501270

Official Job Title : Facility Operations Assistant 1

Job Field

Primary Location

Department/Hiring Area : Residential Operations - Maintenance

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day Shift Shift Hours : Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.