Maintenance Assistant (continuous recruitment)

SUNY Maritime College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 43,000; Full time

Job summary

SUNY Maritime College is recruiting a Maintenance Assistant responsible for a variety of facility maintenance tasks, including mechanical repairs, plumbing, and carpentry. The position, located in Bronx, NY, offers a competitive salary of $42,641 annually, along with excellent benefits. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar trades and a commitment to maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Two years of skilled maintenance experience required.
• Technical courses in maintenance or mechanical work beneficial.
• Valid New York State driver's license if operating vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Operate machine tools and perform repairs on automotive and mechanical equipment.
• Handle plumbing and steamfitting tasks per layouts provided.
• Perform general maintenance tasks including carpentry and electrical work.

Skills

Problem Solving

Mechanical Skills

Welding

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical Work

Education

Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work

Completion of a two year technical school course

Job description

SUNY Maritime CollegeJob Posting: Maintenance Assistant (continuous recruitment)

Maintenance Assistant (continuous recruitment)

Category: Service, Construction, Maintenance & Skilled Trades

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Department: Facilities

Locations: Bronx, NY

Posted: Jun 16, 2025

Closes: Open Until Filled

Type: Full-time

Salary Type: Annually

Salary Range: $42,641.00 - $42,641.00

PositionID: 189282

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About SUNY Maritime College:

SUNY Maritime College located on a 55-acre scenic waterfront property on the outskirts of New York City on the Throggs Neck peninsula where the East River meets Long Island Sound. The campus blends the best of two worlds: a comfortable college-town feel with the greatest city in the world. An impressive view of the sound extends toward the North Atlantic, yet only a few miles away are Yankee Stadium and midtown Manhattan. SUNY Maritime offers an array of employment opportunities stemming from entry level to professional positions which encourage growth and development among its employees.

Job Description:

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates machine tools, including, lathes, shapers, milling machines, metal cutting saws, planers, and radial drill presses to manufacture metal items, such as large bushings and special bolts, and performs the less difficult machine operations, such as threading bolts and cutting keyways
• Repairs, maintains, and services automotive and mechanical equipment by performing activities such as adjusting hydraulic brakes, replacing wheel bearings, performing minor body work, and replacing components, including starters, fuel pumps, water pumps, mufflers, and gas tanks
• Performs routine replacement and repair of plumbing and steamfitting equipment and installation of new equipment, according to layouts provided by the supervisor, by cutting, fitting, and threading pipe; removing existing pipes and fixtures; repairing and adjusting water mixers, thermostats, and other fixtures; locating and unplugging stoppages; repairing domestic steam equipment such as steam tables, dishwashers, and laundry equipment; repairing leaks in steam and water lines; overhauling vacuum pumps; and insulating steam lines
• Cuts, welds, and brazes a variety of metal materials and equipment; manufacturers standard items of sheet metal ware such as pails, dippers, and garbage cans; and assists in maintaining and erecting signs
• Performs semiskilled carpentry activities including repairing doors, windows, window sashes, storm windows, stairs, railings, furniture, locks, and door hardware; operating shop machinery to make and assemble bookcases, shelves, tables, trenches, signs, and modular furniture; erecting and moving partitions; building forms for concrete work; and, under supervision, assisting in erecting and renovating buildings and structures
• Operates and maintains heating and hot water equipment in a small facility by replacing parts, such as filters and pumps; cleaning equipment and fireboxes; replacing and adjusting components, such as thermostats and points; and checking oil levels in storage tanks
• Assists in repairing and maintaining locks by making keys; changing lock combinations; opening locks when keys are not available; installing locks; and cleaning and repairing locks
• Performs semiskilled masonry repairs and installation activities such as pointing up brick and stone work; patching plaster walls; setting tiles; laying brick and stone; finishing concrete work; replacing fire brick in boilers; and operating equipment including mixers and concrete block machines
• Repairs, rebuilds, and assists in installing metal, slate, shingle, and built-up roofs. Assists in painting and decorating work by performing interior and exterior painting not requiring fine finish or decorative treatment; staining and finishing wood and furniture; painting equipment; installing wallpaper; and spray-painting surfaces and equipment
• Performs the routine tasks of the electrical trade, including repairing electrical equipment such as overhead door motors, vacuum cleaners, electric ranges, and other appliances; replacing brushes on large electric motors; laying and repairing electrical cables and wires; installing and maintaining lighting fixtures, outlets, and switches; and adjusting points and contacts on electrical equipment
• When deemed necessary by supervisor, Maintenance Assistants may be assigned to other maintenance activities, such as snow and ice control
• May occasionally operate trucks and light construction equipment

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

• Non-competitive:Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson, or
• Completion of an appropriate two year technical school course at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services, such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program, or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school, institute, or branch of the Armed Services
• When required to operate motor vehicles, candidates must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated

*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction, 45 hours of technical math course work, 45 hours of technical communications course work, and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. It does not include 4,000 hours of on-the-job training, as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.

Additional Information:

Special Notes:This is a full time classified appointment. FLSA non-exempt position, that is, eligible for overtime.The hiring rate for the position is $42,641annually, with an outstanding benefits package. For additional information please see the CSEA-Benefits-at-a-Glance-Jan-2025 .

Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.

Job Type:State Classified
Line #: 43049

SUNY Maritime College is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disabled/Affirmative Action employer, committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For our full non-discrimination statement, see:http://www.sunymaritime.edu/affirmative-action .

SUNY Maritime College is committed to maintaining a safe environment for its students, faculty, staff, volunteers and the general public that use our facilities. Therefore, in order to ensure the hiring of employees of the highest integrity and to maintain a safe campus community, SUNY Maritime College will conduct pre-employment background investigations on all individuals for whom employment is to be offered.

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 Office of Employee Relations at(518) 474-6988or via email [e-mail] .

In accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act, a copy of our crime statistics is available upon request by calling [phone]. It can also be viewed online by selecting University Police > Safety Information > Clery Safety Report (Annual Security & File Safety).

Application Instructions:

Persons interested in the above position should apply online. Please submit:

• Resume/CV
• Statement addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance Maritime's commitment to inclusive excellence
• Names and contact information of three professional references

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