Review Vacancy
TitleFacilities Operations Assistant 1
Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $36232 to $36232 Hourly
Duties Description Empire State University is seeking candidates for two (2) hourly, seasonal Facility Operations Assistant 1 positions to work in our Saratoga Springs location.
The Facility Operations Assistant 1's will perform a variety of routine unskilled and semiskilled manual tasks related to the operation and maintenance of buildings and facilities, surrounding grounds and vehicles and equipment used in maintaining these sites.
Duties of this position will include the following:
Perform routine ground keeping tasks such as: mowing, trimming, pruning, mulching and weeding
Perform transplanting and watering of flowers and shrubs
Daily inspections of grounds for trash and/or damage
Replace exterior light bulbs
Use hand tools to complete ground tasks as required
Use motorized equipment to complete assigned tasks (riding mower, weed trimmer, leaf blower, etc.)
Make minor repairs to equipment and hand tools
Assist with moves, painting, furniture setups, event setups
Assist with project cleaning
Minimum Qualifications Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.
Additional Comments Must possess a valid NYS driver's license
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.