Fairgrounds Maintenance Pro (Temporary)

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 19,718 - 28,084; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Inexpensive health insurance options

Free dental and vision coverage

Eligibility for the New York State Pension Plan

Potential qualification for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Job summary

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets seeks a Maintenance Department Worker (Temporary) to perform manual tasks at the New York State Fairgrounds. Responsibilities include groundskeeping, custodial duties, and assisting with parking services. Applicants should have physical capability for labor, be able to follow instructions, and possess a valid NYS driver's license. Benefits include inexpensive health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, and eligibility for the NYS Pension Plan. The role is temporary and runs from May to September 2026.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical tasks related to maintenance and groundskeeping.
• Ability to follow both written and oral instructions.
• Possession of a valid New York State driver’s license if operating vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual tasks to support State Fair operations.
• Carry out groundskeeping and custodial duties.
• Assist with parking services and general labor.
• Operate motor vehicles and equipment as needed.

Skills

Physical ability to perform light, medium, or heavy labor

Capacity to follow instructions

Valid New York State driver’s license

Job description

NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets seeks a Maintenance Department Worker (Temporary) to perform manual tasks at the New York State Fairgrounds. Responsibilities include groundskeeping, custodial duties, and assisting with parking services. Applicants should have physical capability for labor, be able to follow instructions, and possess a valid NYS driver's license. Benefits include inexpensive health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, and eligibility for the NYS Pension Plan. The role is temporary and runs from May to September 2026.