Facility Operations Assistant 1 - Grounds - (Grade 6) - Farmingdale State College - Farmingdale State College : Job Details

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

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VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITION

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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.

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Application Instructions:

Interested candidates may apply and submit the required documents listed below by clicking on the Apply Now link at the bottom of this page. We require the following documents:

Resume

Cover Letter

URL: www.farmingdale.edu/employment

Only applications submitted online will be accepted, no phone calls please.

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