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Maintenance Assistant

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About Buffalo State

Buffalo State is one of the largest comprehensive schools in the State University of New York system. As a civically minded, urban-engaged campus community located in the city’s cultural corridor, Buffalo State prides itself as having smaller learning environments coupled with larger university opportunities. Boasting a diverse and inclusive campus, Buffalo State is committed to the intellectual, personal, and professional growth of its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The school’s mission is to deliver a broad array of high-quality and distinctive academic programs infused with diversity, creativity, and hands-on learning opportunities for hardworking students who seek a personalized and affordable education that engages their minds and advances their careers. Buffalo State is dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, service, scholarship, creative activity, and cultural enrichment. With degree programs in education, the arts, science, arts and humanities, and professional studies, each year over 6,000 students choose Buffalo State. Buffalo State welcomes applicants who are committed to helping us fulfill our mission.

Posting Date

03/03/2026

Department

Facilities Office

Line Number

27219

Budget Title

Maintenance Assistant

Rank/Grade

SG-9

FTE

Full-Time

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Negotiating Unit

CSEA

Appointment Type

Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class

Non-Competitive (1)

Shift Hours

Monday – Friday 7:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.

Department Operating Needs

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.

This position has the designation of Essential-Critical Service, therefore the successful applicant is designated as an essential service employee. For a definition of essential service employees, please review the university’s Emergency Closings Policy.

The State University of New York offers a variety of fringe benefits including health insurance, free dental and vision, retirement plans, paid time off and holidays, and more. Click here for a summary of benefits for this position.

Brief Job Description

Maintenance Assistants, as semiskilled workers perform a variety of semiskilled maintenance, repair, and related activities in trades including; mechanical, building construction, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, roofing, refrigeration, and HVAC. Incumbent may be assigned to one or more of these areas, depending on the work requirements and operation needs. Incumbents may also perform journey level activities, under supervision or after receiving detailed instructions, to learn and perfect their skills.

Tasks and duties that a Maintenance Assistant will accomplish include but are not limited to:

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 manufacturer’s standard items of sheet metalware 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 level in storage tanks.

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.

Must be able to perform moderate to heavy labor and meet the ability to read plans, specifications and manuals, understand and carry out written and oral directions. Work duties include working outdoors in adverse weather conditions; incumbent must be able to perform duties in such conditions.

NYS Department of Civil Service job descriptions are available at
https://www.cs.ny.gov/tsplan/tsp.html

Required Qualifications

Two years of experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled trades worker or completion of an appropriate two-year technical school course.

Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the trade or trades to which assigned.

Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures.

Working knowledge of applicable codes and regulations for the trade or trades to which assigned.

Ability to read plans, specifications, manuals, and blueprints.

Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor.

Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.

Ability to supervise others.

Ability to climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms.

Ability to use the tools, machines, equipment, and materials of the trade or trades to which assigned.
Must possess and maintain a valid NYS Driver’s License.

As assigned, ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

Application Deadline Date

03/31/2026

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant

Contact Person

Contact Email

Contact Fax

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://jobs.buffalostate.edu/postings/8207

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Buffalo State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution that subscribes to all federal, state, and SUNY legal requirements and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status (Nondiscrimination Notice). Any violation of this policy should be reported to the Equity and Diversity Office, Cleveland Hall 415, (716) 878-6210. Buffalo State is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Warnes at warnesje@buffalostate.edu or call (716) 878-4822.

Background Investigation Statement

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background investigation. Our Pre-Employment Background Screening Policy is available at http://hr.buffalostate.edu/pre-employment-background-screening.

Clery Statement

Applicants interested in positions may access the Annual Security Report (ASR) for SUNY Buffalo State at http://police.buffalostate.edu. The ASR contains information on campus security policies and certain campus crime statistics. Crime statistics are reported in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Applicants may request a hard copy of the ASR by contacting the SUNY Buffalo State University Police Department at (716) 878-6333.

New York State Executive Order 161

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.

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