Maintenance Assistant (Fire Safety)

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Vacancy #: WF260128

Apply by: October 3 2026

Title: Maintenance Assistant

Location:Fire Safety

Salary:$44560

Grade: CSEA SG-9

Hours: Monday thruFriday 7:00 AM to3:30 PM (pass days Saturday / Sunday)

Duration: Contingent Permanent

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of full-time experience in maintenance or mechanical work under the supervision of a skilled tradesperson; OR completion of an appropriate two year technical school course at a school institute or branch of the Armed Services such as the New York State Civil Service Employees Association-Partnership (NYS CSEA-P) Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program*; or an equivalent combination of experience and training gained by completion of appropriate technical courses at a school institute or branch of the Armed Services..

*Successful completion of the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Certificate Program includes a total of 288 hours of trade-specific classroom instruction 45 hours of technical math course work 45 hours of technical communications course work and 15 hours of blueprint/schematic reading course work. It does not include 4000 hours of on-the-job training as required for the NYS CSEA-P Applied Skilled Trades Traineeship.

When required to operate motor vehicles candidates must possess a valid New York State drivers license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

This position may be filled from a mandatory reemployment list if one is in effect at the time of appointment.

OPERATING NEEDS:

Ability to lift and carry up to 50lbs. Ability to perform physical tasks including carrying ladders and materials; working from ladders scaffolds and lifts; removing/installing flooring ceilings windows and floors. Ability to safely operate stationary power equipment; table saw band saw jointer and other tools. Ability to work at heights using ladders scaffolding platforms and boom lifts. Must be able to walk and climb stairs throughout shift. Must have ability to navigate MS Office Suite and Apple products. Ability to work alone as well as in a team environment.

Ability to perform semiskilled activities in carpentry electrical and plumbing; Ability to complete or assist with installations alterations and repair of walls floors doors molding trim hardware and other architectural items; Ability to assist or repair maintain and install lighting fixtures bulbs ballasts outlets switches and other electrical equipment; Ability to respond to maintenance calls for minor clogs and leaking/ faulty fixtures (faucets toilets and urinals). Ability to use computerized maintenance system (CMMS); ability to lift up to 50 pounds work from ladders scaffolds and lifts work at heights 20 and in confined spaces ability to navigate stairs throughout duration of shift; knowledge of simple hardware repairs and maintenance; ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; use hand and power tools applicable to the trade.

Valid NYS Drivers License required.

Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act or Clery Act mandates that all Title IV institutions without exception prepare publish and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the Universitys crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the Universitys current campus security policies. The University at Albanys Annual Security Report is available in portable document format PDF by clicking this link to New York Labor Law 194-a the University will not seek request or rely upon an applicants wage or salary history in determining whether to interview hire or establish compensation for an applicant. Applicants are not required to provide wage or salary history information as a condition of employment consideration. Salary history may only be verified in the limited circumstances permitted by law.

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