Maintenance Assistant - Southold, NY

Cornell Univ (NYS Colleges & Exper Sta); New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits Only

Job summary

Cornell Cooperative Extension is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to help maintain and repair camp facilities and operate a range of maintenance tasks to ensure a safe environment for campers and staff. The role supports multiple trades and may assist program staff as needed.

The position is part-time (20+ hours) with a pay rate of $22.00–$28.50 per hour and health benefits. March 1, 2027 – September 30, 2027, with no relocation or visa sponsorship.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Able to lift 25 pounds unassisted, climb ladders and work at heights.

Responsibilities

• Maintain, repair and refurbish elements of the camp’s facilities.
• Support grounds keeping, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and sanitation tasks.
• Assist program staff as needed.

Skills

Physical strength

Ladder safety

Grounds keeping

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Lawn mower

Weedeater

Hand tools

Job description

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Assistant maintains, repairs and refurbishes elements of the camp’s physical environment to protect the health and safety of the campers and staff. The Maintenance Assistant will support a wide variety of operations related to facilities management and maintenance, including but not limited to: grounds keeping, moving and storage, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, small motor repair, fire safety, sanitation, pest control and housekeeping. The Maintenance Assistant may also provide support to program staff.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 18 years support staff though J1 agency: Able to lift 25 pounds unassisted, climb and work from ladders, and be comfortable with heights.

Preferred Qualifications

• Related work experience.
• Experience and skill in a trade such as carpentry, electrical, plumbing, etc.
• Able to operate a variety equipment including but not limited to mowers, weed eaters, ladders, hand and power tools.

Position Details

• Pay Rate: $22.00 - 28.50 per Hour (20+ Hours)
• Benefits: Health Benefits ONLY
• Date Position Available: March 1, 2027 – September 30, 2027
• No relocation or VISA Sponsorship available.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is an equal opportunity employer. For more information, visit hr.cornell.edu/eeo.

The Association may make reasonable accommodations to enable applicants to participate in the hiring process and employees to perform the essential functions of their job.

If you require an accommodation so that you may participate in the selection process you are encouraged to contact Cornell Cooperative Extension Administrative Systems at [phone], or via email at: [e-mail].

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

Job Title: Association Camp Temporary Level: TMP Pay Rate Type: Hourly Company: Contact Name: Ashley Downs

Cornell Cooperative Extension is a collaboration among Cornell University, the United States Department of Agriculture, the State of New York, and the residents of New York State. Per NYS Law, county and regional extension service associations are subordinate government agencies. This employment opportunity is with the entities listed and not with Cornell University.

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