Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds - (Grade 6)

Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds - (Grade 6)

Category:

Physical Plant/Facilities (including custodial)

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Locations:

Farmingdale, NY Posted:

Sep 18, 2024

Closes:

Open Until Filled Type:

Full-time Ref. No.: 24-119

Position ID:

181216

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Farmingdale State College is a recognized leader in applied learning. With nearly 10,000 students, FSC is the State University of New York's largest college of applied science and technology, with 96% of graduates working in New York State and 75% working on Long Island. Farmingdale prepares emerging leaders in the growing technology, engineering, business and health care fields. Farmingdale State College is committed to inclusivity and excellence as part of our mission and culture. The College has received the 2022 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award. We seek candidates of all backgrounds who embrace these values and the broader mission of public higher education. The College is increasingly focused on expanding student engagement. In addition to the highly successful NCAA Division III athletic program, Esports, and an extensive array of student clubs and organizations give FSC a strong culture of civic responsibility.

Job Description:

Incumbent will perform a variety of routine and manual tasks in maintaining the appearance and conditions of grounds, walkways and roads on the campus. Such tasks at times require medium to heavy physical effort, but require little planning or special knowledge. Usually works as a member of a crew performing gardening and general grounds maintenance. In performing these tasks, include the use of commercial hand and power tools such as saws, lawnmowers, shovels, snow blowers and on occasion operates ride-on mowers, dump trucks, heavy machinery, and tractors. Duties include cleaning grounds via sweeping, raking, shoveling, removing debris by hand such as leaves, branches, garbage etc. Incumbent will also cut grass, fertilize and water grounds, prune bushes and trees, load trucks with debris, logs, dirt, etc. The college particularly welcomes candidates with knowledge, skills and abilities that include: Commitment to diversity and university initiatives supportive of diversity and inclusion. Interest in participating in student-centered service activities. Desire to apply expertise in promoting civic engagement with the College's many community partners.

Requirements:

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

: There are no education or experience qualifications for this position. Incumbents must be physically able to perform the duties assigned. Possession of a clear and valid NYS drivers license is required.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Landscaping experience.

Additional Information:

Hiring procedures in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law. Grade 6

Salary:

$35,177 + $3,400 location pay = $38,577 Total Annual Compensation The State University of New York offers excellent fringe benefits including health insurance options and retirement plans Click here for New York State Benefits Summary.

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

The Consumer Information web page can be viewed at the following link http://www.farmingdale.edu/consumer-information/index.shtml This page describes various services, information and statistics on many different aspects of the College's operations. Farmingdale State College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. At Farmingdale State College, we continue to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. The College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status or any other legally protected status. 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 Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov .

Application Instructions:

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