TEMPORARY SEASONAL (Winter) - Facilities Operations Assistant 1 - Binghamton FMS - Anticipated duration of employment thru 04/30/2026

State of New York • Binghamton, NY

78d • $17 - $17

About The Position

The position of TEMPORARY SEASONAL (Winter) - Facilities Operations Assistant 1 is located in Binghamton, NY, under the supervision of a higher-level maintenance/custodial position or the Superintendent/Manager. The anticipated duration of employment is through April 30, 2026. The role involves performing various custodial and facilities maintenance responsibilities, including tasks typical of a variety of trade specialties such as carpentry, mechanical, electrical, motor equipment, or painting. The work may require light, medium, and heavy physical effort in cleaning and caring for buildings and adjacent grounds. Incumbents are considered essential personnel and may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel.

Requirements

• Physically able to perform moderate to heavy physical labor.
• Work experience in maintenance, grounds work, construction, or other labor-intensive work environments is preferred.
• Experience working independently with minimal supervision and with a crew on maintenance or construction type projects.
• Must possess a valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York.
• May be required to acquire and maintain a military driver's license to operate military vehicles and equipment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Ability to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms, and lifts.
• Ability to push, pull, lift, and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs.).
• Ability to work in confined spaces and outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods.
• Must be able to operate and maintain tools, machinery, and equipment required for the craft.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a military environment or familiarity with military standards.
• Background in safety protocols and health standards in facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, cutting brush and wood, trimming and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, and collection/pick-up of trash and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas.
• Perform general facilities maintenance such as cleaning common areas, offices, and restrooms, painting, and moving furniture.
• Maintain automotive equipment and other machinery.
• Perform various maintenance duties to ensure overall facility operations meet health and safety standards.
• Assist with maintenance requirements for the Nonmilitary Use Program when applicable.
• Utilize computers for basic record keeping such as timesheets, work orders, calendaring, data entry, etc.
• Be available for periodic overtime and travel to other facilities for training or other requirements related to duties.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Hourly wage of $17.35.
• Temporary employment with potential for future opportunities.
• Experience working in a government agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees