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NYS Department of Civil Service

Facility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds)

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A Facilities Specialist or Coordinator is in charge of building and equipment maintenance, building security systems, emergency plans, often for specific buildings only. May be involved in planning of new facilities. Acts as contact person between employees and outside contractors.

$80,223 / year median in New York

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Job Description

Date Posted:
08/31/26
Applications Due:
09/12/26
Vacancy ID:
222899 Position Information NY HELPNo AgencyBinghamton University TitleFacility Operations Assistant 1 (Grounds) Occupational CategorySkilled Craft, Apprenticeship, Maintenance Salary Grade06 Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA) Salary RangeFrom $37862 to $46843 Annually Employment TypeFull-Time Appointment TypePermanent Jurisdictional ClassLabor Class Travel Percentage0% Schedule WorkweekVariable Hours Per Week40 Workday From7 AM To3:30 PM Flextime allowed?

No Mandatory overtime?

Yes Compressed workweek allowed?

No Telecommuting allowed?

No Location CountyBroome Street Address4400 Vestal Pwky E CityBinghamton StateNY Zip Code13902 Job Specifics Duties DescriptionFacility Operations Assistant may be as a member of a crew or work independently performing routine manual laboring duties supporting common maintenance service-type activities i.e., cleaning grounds, roadways and structures by sweeping, raking, shoveling, mowing grass, and removing by hand debris, leaves, branches, snow, ice, trash, etc. Typical activities may include mowing lawns, seeding lawns, transplanting and pruning trees, shrubs and flowers; cleaning grounds by sweeping, raking, shoveling and removing by hand litter, debris, leaves, branches, etc. Apply pesticides and fertilizers to trees, shrubs, flowers and lawns. Remove snow from and apply sand and calcium or salt to walks, roads and parking lots using a shovel, snow blower, truck or tractor. Erect and remove snow fences. Facility Operations Assistants may also move items to and from storerooms, lay out athletic fields or set up athletic equipment or maintain other recreational areas. Sharpen mowers and perform unskilled maintenance on other grounds equipment. Patch roads and walks using sealer, stone and blacktop materials. Dig and clear drainage ditches and storm basins. In winter may be assigned to a variety of indoor tasks of a janitorial or unskilled maintenance nature. May occasionally operate light construction equipment such as front-end loaders, forklift, and backhoes. Duties may vary depending on operational need and may include but is not limited to trades, custodial and expediting crews. This individual may need to develop computer skills to operate the Departments facilities management system, as implemented in their area and on their level. Duties for this position are strenuous in nature, requiring considerable physical activity and may be performed under hazardous conditions requiring much attention to detail to avoid errors/injury. Minimum QualificationsThe preferred applicant would possess a valid Class B Drivers License with Air Brakes. Minimally, applicants must be able and willing to obtain a valid CDL B license with air brakes within the first SIX months of probation. Incumbent must possess or willing to obtain if offered, a Pesticide Applicator's Certification for Category 3A. The preferred applicant has relevant experience in grounds work. The applicant will be assigned to do repair work as needed. Applicants must meet the following job requirements.
  • 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.
Additional CommentsThe initial assignment for this position is 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. shift. Position works Saturday thru Wednesday with Thursday/Friday as pass days. Preferred applicants should have a background in small engine repair to include work on lawn mowers, weed eaters, riding mowers, small gasoline engine and hydraulic repair. The operational needs of the University require the ability to call in Facility Operations Assistant in an emergency situation during other than normal work hours. This type of work will require the employee to work long and varied hours during periods of emergency or inclement weather and as such this is considered an essential position. The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment and random/mandatory drug and alcohol testing pursuant to federal regulations. The preferred candidate has previously worked in the grounds field. 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. How to Apply NameHuman Resources Telephone607-777-2187 Fax607-777-4947 Email Addresscanvass@binghamton.edu Address Street4400 Vestal Pkwy E CityBinghamton StateNY Zip Code13902 Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please complete the application at the link below and submit it to Human Resources by the posting end date. ://binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/jobs/bu_employ_app_accessible.pdf