Facility Operations Assistant 2

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

Job Opportunities at Buffalo State University

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands‑on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/27/2026

Department

Department Grounds and Garage

Line Number

Line Number 27007

Budget Title

Budget Title Facility Operations Assistant 2

Rank/Grade

Rank/Grade SG-9

FTE

FTE Full-Time

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Negotiating Unit

Negotiating Unit CSEA

Appointment Type

Jurisdictional Class

Jurisdictional Class Non-Competitive (1)

Shift Hours

Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm

Department Operating Needs

This position is designated as Essential Service, therefore the successful applicant is designated as an essential service employee. The campus has high reoccurring need to respond to urgent facilities needs outside of regular scheduled hours. Employees in this position may be called in or assigned to work outside of their regular scheduled shift when operational circumstances require. Flexibility and availability to respond to these needs are essential functions of the position.

Brief Job Description

Facility Operations Assistants perform a variety of routine unskilled and semiskilled manual tasks related to the operation and maintenance of State owned buildings and facilities, the surrounding grounds, and the vehicles and equipment used in maintaining these sites.

Performs the duties of Facility Operations Assistants 1. Working both with a crew and alone, this position may supervise Facility Operations Assistants 1, or other grounds, custodial, or maintenance crew, providing work assignments based on priorities set by management, ensuring schedules, standards and guidelines are met. Maintains written records of work performed and labor and materials used; reports orally to the supervisor on the progress of projects under way.

Is responsible for the upkeep of campus grounds including but not limited to, mowing lawns using proper equipment; management of trees, shrubbery, plants, and flowers, including the pulling of weeds; spraying of pesticides under the supervision of a certified applicator; and maintaining outdoor athletic and recreational facilities. In the winter, duties are expected to include shoveling, plowing, and snow blowing of snow which requires the proper and safe use of multiple types of equipment and vehicles.

Ensuring the proper maintenance of grounds equipment is also necessary. As illustrated, it is important to note that the activities and tasks assigned will vary according to the season and daily weather conditions. Evening and weekend work are also expected and may be required based on operational need.

Performs the full range of supervisory duties such as approving leave; tracking time and attendance; identifying staff development needs; evaluating staff performance; and completing performance evaluations. May use and operate a variety of hand and power tools and motorized equipment including self‑propelled and stationary machinery. May plan or assist in the planning of landscaping and other grounds projects by preparing rough sketches and schedules, and estimates of labor, materials and equipment.

Working Environment: The position requires frequent heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of materials or objects weighing approximately 50–80 pounds. Employees must regularly climb, stoop, bend, twist, and perform other physically strenuous movements throughout the workday.

The job also requires working outdoors in all types of weather conditions, including exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind. Employees may have considerable exposure to environmental conditions such as dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, odors, and loud or potentially disruptive noises.

Required Qualifications

Non-competitive: one year of service as a Facility Operations Assistant 1 or Motor Vehicle Operator; OR, two years of full‑time, verifiable experience in custodial, grounds, or maintenance operation or assisting in a journey‑level trade. When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated. Will be enrolled in The New York License Event Notification Service and must be LENS cleared to operate state vehicles. Ability to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions. Physically able to perform the tasks of the position including, but not limited to, those in the Examples of Duties & Responsibilities. A demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of individuals.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, [phone]. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at [e-mail] or call [phone].

Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report ( ASR ) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu . The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at [phone].

New York State Executive Order 161

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Buffalo State website
  • Buffalo News
  • Buffalo Rocket
  • Challenger
  • Chronicle of Higher Education
  • HigherEdJobs
  • Panorama Hispano News
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• * All applicants are subject to a pre‑employment background investigation. The college's Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening. Prior to an offer of employment, an applicant will be required to sign an authorization release form, allowing Buffalo State to conduct a background investigation. Failure of an applicant to sign the authorization release form will disqualify an applicant from further consideration for appointment.
  • I agree to comply with the college's policy.
  • I do not agree to comply with the college's policy. (Note, this selection will disqualify you from further consideration for appointment.)
• * Please describe in detail how your training and experience meets the required qualifications and department operating needs for plumbing.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you possess a valid driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have previous or current New York State service in the CSEA Operational Services Unit (OSU)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * As valid NYS Driver's License is a requirement of the position, you agree to enrollment in the New York State License Event Notification Service?
  • Yes
  • No