Grounds Maintenance Assistant I

State of New York - Binghamton University; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

The State University of New York at Binghamton is seeking a Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds) to perform routine grounds maintenance and related tasks in a physical, outdoor environment. The role requires a valid NY CDL B license with air brakes and a Pesticide Applicator Certification, with willingness for early shifts, overtime, and varied hours.

This is a full-time, permanent position under the OSU unit, with union benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Applicant must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State.
• Ability to perform medium to heavy manual labor.
• Ability to use a variety of hand and power tools and motorized equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine grounds maintenance such as mowing, trimming, and litter removal.
• Apply pesticides and fertilizers to landscape areas.
• Repair and operate grounds equipment and light construction tasks.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness, and adapt to emergency weather needs.
• Support repairs and upkeep of fields and facilities as needed.

Skills

Follow instructions

Driver's license

Manual labor

Hand and power tools

Education

Pesticide Applicator Certification (Category 3A)

Tools

CDL B with air brakes

Job description

The State University of New York at Binghamton is seeking a Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds) to perform routine grounds maintenance and related tasks in a physical, outdoor environment. The role requires a valid NY CDL B license with air brakes and a Pesticide Applicator Certification, with willingness for early shifts, overtime, and varied hours.

This is a full-time, permanent position under the OSU unit, with union benefits.