Maintenance Assistant Carpenter (Operations)

Binghamton University; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Binghamton University is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for the Carpentry Department. The role handles semi-skilled maintenance and repair tasks across facilities, using hand and power tools, and learning the MAXIMO/KRONOS systems as assigned.

The position starts with routine carpentry work, including studding, drywall, woodwork repairs, and door hardware. Willingness to work overtime and be available for emergencies is required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the carpentry trade or completion of a two-year carpentry program.
• Ability to use carpentry tools, machines and materials.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a vehicle in NYS.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine carpentry and related maintenance tasks.
• Erect steel studding, install and tape sheetrock, repair woodwork, doors, sashes and storm windows.
• Work with locks, door hardware, hinges and panic hardware; repair ceilings/floors; assist with electrical/plumbing fixtures as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Carpentry tools

Manual labor

Read construction plans

Ladder work / heights

Supervisory ability

NY driver license

Operate motor vehicle in NYS

Education

Two years carpentry experience OR two-year carpentry tech program

Tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Shop equipment

Job description

Duties Description

A Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair and

Duties Description

A Maintenance Assistant performs a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, repair and related activities as assigned in the Carpentry department or another trade department. The initial work assignment for this position performs the more routine repetitive repair and/or modification of facilities typically associated with general building maintenance. Typical assignments may include, but are not limited to: erecting steel studding; installing and taping sheetrock; repair of woodwork, doors, window sashes and storm windows; working with locks, door closures, hinges and panic hardware; repair/layout/replacement of ceiling and floor tile; may repair electrical and plumbing fixtures depending upon assignment; and may make small carpet repairs. Maintenance Assistants use hand and portable power tools, shop equipment and measuring and testing instruments appropriate to the area to which they are assigned. They may occasionally operate trucks and light construction equipment and may become involved in snow removal. This individual must develop computer skills to operate the Departments facilities management system (MAXIMO), and KRONOS time management system, as implemented on their level in their area.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Non-competitive position. Candidates must possess two years of experience in the carpentry trade working directly under the supervision of a skilled carpenter or completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course in carpentry. Additionally candidate must possess the following job skills:

• Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the carpentry trade.
• Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment, and material of the carpentry trade.
• Must possess a valid driver's license and be able to operate a motor vehicle in NYS.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and verbal instruction.
• Ability to supervise the activities of a subordinate staff.
• Ability to climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans.

Additional Comments

SPECIAL INFORMATION: The initial assignment for this position will be in the Carpentry Department on the 7:00 am to 3:30 pm shift. Position works Monday through Friday with Saturday and Sunday as pass days. Since the nature of the campus requires continuous service and emergencies may arise during other than normal work hours, employee in this position will be required to provide a home telephone number and be willing to accept emergency call-ins and overtime work when necessary. The candidate for this position will be deemed a university essential employee. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The successful candidate for this position must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position satisfactorily. Since the activities of other employees depend upon the performance of the employee in this position, reliable attendance is a factor that the employer will consider when filling this vacancy.